Peter Fonda's Family Mourns the Loss of 'Sweet and Gracious' Actor From Lung Cancer

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The 'Easy Rider' star has passed away at his home in Los Angeles due to respiratory failure, and his family shares wishes that fans 'celebrate his indomitable spirit and love of life.'

August 17, 2019

AceShowbiz - Peter Fonda has died, aged 79.

The "Easy Rider" star, who was the son of Hollywood legend Henry Fonda and the brother of actress Jane Fonda, passed away on Friday morning (August 16) at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family members, according to the actor's publicist.

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The official cause of death was respiratory failure due to lung cancer.

A family statement reads, "In one of the saddest moments of our lives, we are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our hearts. As we grieve, we ask that you respect our privacy. And, while we mourn the loss of this sweet and gracious man, we also wish for all to celebrate his indomitable spirit and love of life."

"In honor of Peter, please raise a glass to freedom."

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