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Ben Hur producer William Wyler dies in Hollywood
William Wyler, 79, the German immigrant who directed Ben Hur and a string of classics, died of a heart attack at his home in Hollywood. His career spanned from silent two reelers to 1970s epics, earning 11 Oscars and 15 nominations. Charlton Heston, Gregory Peck, and others praised his mastery of directing actors.
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