‘Ocean’s Eleven’ actor Scott L. Schwartz dead at 65, George Clooney pays tribute
nypost.com“Ocean’s Eleven” film franchise, has died at age 65.Schwartz passed away of congestive heart failure at his home in Covington, Louisiana on Nov.
26, his wife, Misty, confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. “Most people associate Scott with the movies, but those who know him personally associated him with being a jolly person, so full of life, a strong loving person, foodie and travel aficionado,” said Misty. “Scott truly loved life and everyone that he met along the way.
When he wasn’t acting, wrestling or telling jokes he spent his time visiting children with cancer at children’s hospitals,” she added.George Clooney paid tribute to his “Ocean’s Eleven” co-star in a statement.“I’m sorry to hear that Scott is gone,” said Clooney, 63. “We did three films together and I’ve never been so gently punched.
He was a gentle soul and he will be dearly missed.”The Post has reached out to Misty and Clooney for comment.Schwartz played Bruiser in 2001’s “Ocean’s Eleven” and reprised the role in 2004’s “Ocean’s Twelve” and 2007’s “Ocean’s Thirteen.” He worked with the star-studded cast that also included Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, Andy Garcia, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck and Don Cheadle.
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