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Chuck Patterson

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Chuck Patterson
Born(1945-02-11)February 11, 1945
DiedDecember 23, 2013(2013-12-23) (aged 68)
Occupation(s)Actor, director
Years active1972–2006
SpouseCori Thomas

Chuck Patterson (February 11, 1945 – December 23, 2013)[1] was an American actor and director, whose career spanned more than three decades.

Early life

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Born in Memphis, Tennessee.[1]

Career

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Patterson began his acting career in 1972 and appeared in film, television and stage roles. He is best known for his role in the 1991 film The Five Heartbeats and other roles.[2]

Personal life

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Patterson was married twice. His second wife was playwright Cori Thomas.[1] He had a stepdaughter, author Natasha Díaz, who is the daughter of Thomas.[1]

He died December 23, 2013, aged 68, of sudden heart failure. He lived in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City, New York, at the time of his death.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Siemaszko, Corky (December 30, 2013). "Chuck Patterson, Broadway star, dead at 68". Daily News. New York City. Retrieved December 31, 2013.
  2. ^ "Stage and Screen Actor Chuck Patterson Passes Away". BroadwayWorld.com. December 26, 2013. Retrieved December 31, 2013.
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