Christopher Plummer, Oldest Oscar Winner in His 80s, Dies at 91

  • He also won two Tony awards for his acting in Broadway plays
  • His drinking buddies included Richard Burton, Richard Harris

Christopher Plummer 

Photographer: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

Christopher Plummer, the Canadian actor who won awards for performances on stage and screen during a career that spanned six decades, has died. He was 91.

He died Friday morning at his home in Connecticut, according to the Associated Press, citing Lou Pitt, Plummer’s longtime friend and manager. No cause was given.