James Caan, born on March 26, 1940, was a Hollywood icon known for his tough-guy persona. With a career spanning over six decades, he left a lasting mark on the industry, starring in a diverse array of classics that ran the gamut from The Godfather to Misery to Elf. His portrayal of Sonny Corleone in The Godfather earned him an Academy Award nomination, and he continued to impress audiences with roles in Thief, Rollerball and The Gambler. However, behind the scenes, Caan was a man of many layers and had some heartbreaking setbacks. When he passed away on July 6, 2022, at the age of 82, the industry lost a true legend.
In honor of what would have been his 85th birthday, here are five things you may not have known about him.
This story originally appeared on TV Insider
