Ocean's Eleven actor dies as George Clooney leads tributes

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Ocean's Eleven actor Scott L. Schwartz has died at the age of 65. The beloved actor known for his role as Bruiser in the franchise, passed away on November 26, due to congestive heart failure.

His representative confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement to Variety, describing Schwartz as “a jolly, life-loving person, a foodie, a travel enthusiast, and a deeply caring individual.” “Scott truly loved life and everyone he met along the way,” the statement continued. “When he wasn’t acting, wrestling, or cracking jokes, he dedicated his time to visiting children battling cancer in hospitals.” Schwartz, who began his career as a professional wrestler before retiring in 1999, found widespread fame in Hollywood with his performances in Ocean's Eleven (2001), Ocean's Twelve (2004), and Ocean's Thirteen (2007), where he shared the screen with stars like George Clooney and Brad Pitt.

Clooney paid tribute to his former co-star, saying: “I'm sorry to hear that Scott is gone. We did three films together, and I’ve never been so gently punched.

He was a gentle soul and will be dearly missed.” Actor Rick Zahn also honored Schwartz in an emotional Instagram post, reflecting on the actor’s battle with ill health in recent years. “With [his wife] Misty at his side, Scott peacefully transitioned.