Actor Ernest Borgnine dies at 95

Oscar-winning film star Ernest Borgnine has died at the age of 95.

Mon, 09 Jul, 2012 - 08:25

Oscar-winning film star Ernest Borgnine has died at the age of 95.

The beefy actor was known for blustery, often villainous roles, yet won the best actor Oscar for playing against type as a lovesick butcher in Marty in 1955.

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