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Geoffrey Lewis
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Born | |
Died | April 7, 2015 Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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(aged 79)
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1963, 1970–2015 |
Spouse(s) | Glenis Batley (m. 1973-1975; divorced) Paula Hochhalter (m. 19??-2015, his death) |
Children | 9, including Juliette Lewis |
Geoffrey Bond Lewis (born July 31, 1935 – died April 7, 2015) was an American character actor. He was famous for playing many different kinds of characters in movies. Geoffrey Lewis often worked with well-known actors like Robert Redford and Clint Eastwood.
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Geoffrey Lewis's Early Life and Family
Geoffrey Lewis was born in San Diego, California, in the U.S.. He had a big family with nine children. One of his daughters is the famous actress and singer Juliette Lewis.
Geoffrey Lewis was married twice. His first marriage was to Glenis Batley from 1973 to 1975. Later, he married Paula Hochhalter. They stayed married until his death in 2015.
Geoffrey Lewis's Acting Career
Geoffrey Lewis was a very busy actor. He appeared in many movies and TV shows. He was especially known for working with actor and director Clint Eastwood.
Working with Clint Eastwood
Geoffrey Lewis and Clint Eastwood made several movies together. These films include:
- High Plains Drifter
- Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
- Every Which Way but Loose
- Any Which Way You Can
- Bronco Billy
- Pink Cadillac
- Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
Besides his movie roles, Geoffrey Lewis was also part of a special group called Celestial Navigations. This group told stories through music and words.
Geoffrey Lewis's Later Years
Geoffrey Lewis continued acting for many years. He passed away on April 7, 2015. He was 79 years old at the time. He died of natural causes at his home in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California.