Actor Peter Fonda, who was famous for his role in Easy Rider, has died at the age of 79.
He passed away on Friday morning at his home in Los Angeles. The cause of death was respiratory failure due to lung cancer.
Fonda was the son of acting legend Henry Fonda, the younger brother of Jane Fonda and the father of Bridget Fonda.
“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,” said his family rep. “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.”
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