Profile of the Day: Paul Newman

Posted January 26, 2023 by Amanda | No Comment

Ninety-eight years ago today, legendary actor Paul Newman was born in Shaker Heights, Ohio.

Image: Paul Newman / Wikimedia Commons

A versatile actor and entrepreneur, Newman showed an early interest in theater. He made his Broadway debut in 1953 and eventually segued into television and film. Some of his most memorable films include Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Cool Hand Luke, and The Sting.

In 1958, Newman married actress Joanne Woodward. They remained married for 50 years until his death in 2008.

Did you know that in 1982 he co-founded Newman’s Own, a line of food products which includes salad dressing, lemonade, and more? All profits from the company are donated to charity.

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