Applause for Karl Malden
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Re “Karl Malden, 1912 - 2009: Oscar winner also known for TV ads,” Obituary, July 2
We lost one of the all-time greats when legendary actor Karl Malden recently passed away.
I must, however, disagree with any notion that his astonishing film and Broadway performances “were eclipsed by his American Express pitchman role.” Yes, he must have made a mint doing those commercials, and thank goodness for that. But make no mistake: His Broadway, then Oscar-winning performances earned him a place in the pantheon of Hollywood’s brightest and best.
A star that bright cannot be eclipsed; it simply shines on.
Brian Foyster
Los Angeles
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