You may know him from The Godfather, or you may know him from Elf, but it seems like most people cherished the work of James Caan. The legendary actor, and former Michigan State football player, passed away at the age of 82 on Thursday, July 7.
Caan went to school at MSU for two years, and played football for the Spartans under the tutelage of Duffy Daugherty in 1956 where he was a quarterback. He then left East Lansing to attend Hofstra University in New York, where he met Francis Ford Coppola, director of The Godfather.
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6.
The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.
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— James Caan (@James_Caan) July 7, 2022
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