United states actor James Caan has died aged 82.

United states actor James Caan, who rose to fame for his portrayal of sonny corleone in Hollywood Classics the Godfather, has died aged 82. caan a leading man in Hollywood throughout the 1970s whose career spanned decades was nominated for an oscar, an emmyand four golden globes.

CAAN’S family thanked fans yesterday for an outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences.

The new yorker, born to a butcher in the bronx and known for his partying lifestyle, was married four times and leaves behind five children.