Albert S. Ruddy, the Canadian-born, Oscar-winning producer known for his work on 'The Godfather' and 'Million Dollar Baby,' has passed away at the age of 94. Ruddy died on May 25 at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center after a brief illness, as confirmed by a family spokesman. Born in Canada, Ruddy's illustrious career in Hollywood included co-creating the hit sitcom 'Hogan's Heroes' and developing the raucous prison-sports comedy 'The Longest Yard.' He was also involved in the creation of 'Walker, Texas Ranger' and produced 'The Cannonball Run.' Ruddy's contributions to the film industry were celebrated with two Best Picture Oscars, cementing his legacy as a significant figure in Hollywood. He was recently featured in 'The Offer,' a miniseries about the making of 'The Godfather.'
Albert S. Ruddy, a colorful, Canadian-born producer and writer who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million Dollar Baby," has died at age 94. https://t.co/haJPNxvXQp
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Albert S. Ruddy, a colorful, Canadian-born producer and writer who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million Dollar Baby," developed the raucous prison-sports comedy "The Longest Yard" and helped create the hit sitcom "Hogan's Heroes," has died at... https://t.co/uHd73I2ToA