James Caan, whose indelible, Oscar-nominated performance as Sonny Corleone, the recklessly hotheaded son of Marlon Brando’s Mafia don in “ The Godfather,” is sure to be remembered as long as ...

James Caan, the celebrated actor known for his work in “Thief” and “The Godfather” films who passed away on July 6, died from a combination of various heart issues. According to a death ...

Though not the main character, James Caan’s Santino “Sonny” Corleone is at the center of some of the movie’s most pivotal and iconic scenes. It is hard to think of anyone more perfect for ...

James Caan, the curly-haired tough guy known to movie fans as the hotheaded Sonny Corleone of “The Godfather” and to television audiences as both the dying football player in the classic ...

Santino "Sonny" Corleone in "The Godfather" (1972) Caan intimidated and titillated moviegoers as Sonny Corleone in "The Godfather." It was a controversial film at the time. CBS Photo Archive/Getty ...

The scene shows the Corleone brothers – Michael, Fredo, Tom Hagen (Robert Duvall), and Sonny (James Caan) – gathered around the kitchen table.

Caan attributed the origins of his public persona to his compelling role as Sonny Corleone in The Godfather. His unforgettable portrayal of Sonny Corleone has made a lasting impact.

The Godfather paved the way for James Caan's career, and each of his varied roles stood in the shadow of Sonny Corleone. More than any archetype, Caan was quickly defined by his tough guy persona ...

Caan, who died Thursday at 82, made movie magic as Sonny Corleone in “The Godfather” and (briefly) “The Godfather Part II,” but there was a lot more to the actor than his signature role.

James Caan, a prolific Academy Award-nominated actor, died on July 6, 2022. He humanized gangsters, lent spoofs gravity, and shined in tearjerkers throughout his career.

Actor James Caan, known for his award-winning portrayal of Sonny Corleone in The Godfather, could have starred in other award-worthy movies. But he found films like Kramer vs. Kramer, One Flew ...