Thursday, July 13, 2006

Comedian Red Buttons dies

Comedian Red Buttons dies
13-Jul-2006
Written by: Alex Lang

Oscar winner in “Sayonara“ dies at 87

Comedian Red Buttons who won on Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Sayonara,” “died Thursday at the age of 87, according to the Associated Press.

He died of vascular disease, which he had been battling for some time, publicist Warren Cowan told the AP.

Buttons began his career as a comedian in early television, however he will be most remembered for his dramatic role in “Sayonara.” He appeared in dozens of other movies including, "The Poseidon Adventure," "Gable and Lombard" and "Pete's Dragon."