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Paul Newman died on Saturday September 27, aged 83.
The Oscar-winning superstar was one of Hollywood's top actors, with a career spanning six decades.
Paul Newman established 25 summer camps for children with serious illnesses
Famed for his philanthropy as well as his acting, he had successful side careers as a racing car driver and creator of food products.
The BBC's Vincent Dowd looks back at his long career:
Listen Listen to Vincent's report (4 mins 27 secs)
The author A. E. Hotchner was a close friend of Paul Newman's.
Together they founded a food company called Newman's Own, all the proceeds of which go to charity.
He told the BBC's Julian Marshall how their venture began:
Listen Listen to A.E.Hotchner (6 mins 3 secs)
First broadcast 27 September 2008
