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John Cornell Dies: ‘Crocodile Dundee’ Oscar-Nominated Screenwriter, Paul Hogan Collaborator Was 80

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John Cornell, the Australian director and writer whose longtime friendship and comedy partnership with actor Paul Hogan led to the pair’s word on Crocodile Dundee and other film and TV projects, died today at his home in Byron Bay, New South Wales following a two-decade battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was 80.His death was announced by his family, including wife Delvene Delaney, an Australian TV personality.“After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2001, John concentrated his efforts on philanthropy, supporting his community and worthy environmental, sporting and medical causes,” the statement said. “A classic Australian character, John Cornell made the lives he touched much richer, not only through donations, but also through

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