Michael Clarke Duncan
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Clarke Duncan's life will be celebrated with a public casket viewing and a private service next week.
Duncan spokeswoman Joy Fehily said Wednesday that the Oscar-nominated actor's casket will be on view from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Hall of Liberty at Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in Los Angeles. A private, invitation-only service will follow on Monday.
"The Green Mile" star died Monday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center after failing to recover from a heart attack in July. He was 54.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Clarke Duncan was one big, irresistible jumble of contradictions.
His presence was formidable, even intimidating: The former bodyguard had a muscular, 6-foot-4 frame, but it was topped by the brightest of megawatt smiles.
His gravelly baritone was well-suited to everything from animated films to action spectacles, but no matter the role, a warmth and a sweetness was always evident underneath.
The prolific character actor, whose dozens of movies included an Oscar-nominated performance as a death row inmate in "The Green Mile" and box office hits including "Armageddon," ''Planet of the Apes" and "Kung Fu Panda," died Monday at age 54. And although he only turned to acting in his 30s, it's clear from the outpouring of prayers and remembrances he received across the Hollywood and sports worlds that his gentle-giant persona made him much-loved during that relatively brief time.
Duncan died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where he was being treated for a heart attack, said his fiancée, Omarosa Manigault, in a statement released by publicist Joy Fehily.
Duncan "suffered a myocardial infarction on July 13 and never fully recovered," the statement said. "Manigault is grateful for all of your prayers and asks for privacy at this time. Celebrations of his life, both private and public, will be announced at a later date."
Tom Hanks, star of 1999's "The Green Mile" — the film that earned a then-little-known Duncan a supporting-actor nomination at the Academy Awards — said he was "terribly saddened at the loss of Big Mike. He was the treasure we all discovered on the set of 'The Green Mile.' He was magic. He was a big love of man and his passing leaves us stunned."
"I will miss my friend, Michael Clarke Duncan," comedian and talk-show host Steve Harvey said on Twitter. "What an incredible soldier in God's Plan." Other sad and shocked reactions came from a diverse field that included Dallas Mavericks basketball team owner Mark Cuban, actresses Alexa Vega, Niecy Nash and Olivia Munn, and former boxing champion Lennox Lewis.
In the spring of 2012, Duncan had appeared in a video for PETA, the animal rights organization, in which he spoke of how much better he felt since becoming a vegetarian three years earlier.
"I cleared out my refrigerator, about $5,000 worth of meat," he said. "I'm a lot healthier than I was when I was eating meat."
Duncan had a handful of minor roles before "The Green Mile" brought him accolades and fame. The 1999 film, based on the Stephen King novel of the same name, starred Hanks as a corrections officer at a penitentiary in the 1930s. Duncan played John Coffey, a convicted murderer with a surprisingly gentle demeanor and extraordinary healing powers.
Duncan's performance caught on with critics and moviegoers and he quickly became a favorite in Hollywood, appearing in several films a year. He owed some of his good fortune to Bruce Willis, who recommended Duncan for "The Green Mile" after the two appeared together in "Armageddon." Duncan would work with Willis again in "Breakfast of Champions," ''The Whole Nine Yards" and "Sin City."
His industrial-sized build was suited for everything from superhero films ("Daredevil") to comedy ("Talladega Nights," ''School for Scoundrels"). He could have made a career out of his voice work alone, with appearances in several animated and family movies, including, "Kung Fu Panda," ''Racing Stripes" and "Brother Bear." Among Duncan's television credits were "The Apprentice," ''Two and a Half Men," ''The Suite Life of Zack and Cody" and a new series, "The Finder."
Born in Chicago in 1957, Duncan was raised by a single mother whose resistance to his playing football led to his deciding he wanted to become an actor. But when his mother became ill, he dropped out of college, Alcorn State University, and worked as a ditch digger and bouncer to support her. By his mid-20s, he was in Los Angeles, where he looked for acting parts and became a bodyguard for Will Smith, Jamie Foxx and other stars. The murder of rapper Notorious B.I.G., for whom Duncan had been hired to protect before switching assignments, led him to quit his job and pursue acting full-time.
Early film and television credits, when he was usually cast as a bodyguard or bouncer, included "Bulworth," ''A Night at the Roxbury" and "The Players Club."
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A sampling of the outpouring of love and memories from the Hollywood and sports worlds Monday following the death of Michael Clarke Duncan, many of them on Twitter:
— "I am terribly saddened at the loss of Big Mike. He was the treasure we all discovered on the set of 'The Green Mile.' He was magic. He was a big love of man and his passing leaves us stunned." — Tom Hanks.
— "I'm devastated at the loss of Michael Clarke Duncan, one of the finest people I've ever had the privilege to work with or know. Michael was the gentlest of souls — an exemplar of decency, integrity, and kindness. The sadness I feel is inexpressible. —Frank Darabont, director of "The Green Mile."
— "(at)OfficialMCD I cant believe you are gone my friend. I will miss our Lakers vs Mavs bets and texts . You will not be forgotten. RIP" — Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban ((at)mcuban).
— "Michael Clarke Duncan passes at 54. A striking screen presence." — Film critic Roger Ebert ((at)ebertchicago).
— "'When something happens, we always say it happens for a reason' (tilde) Michael Clarke Duncan 12/10/57 - 9/3/12 I'll miss you my brother.." — Dwayne Johnson ((at)TheRock).
— "I met Michael years ago and he was such a nice guy. Very sad" — Auto racing star Danica Patrick ((at)DanicaPatrick).
— "Michael Clarke Duncan always had a smile on his face & a big bear hug ready for you. My thoughts & prayers are with his family&friends. RIP" — Actress Olivia Munn ((at)oliviamunn).
— "RIP Michael Clarke Duncan Heaven has an amazing new angel. I will miss your smile most." — Actress-television host Holly Robinson Peete: ((at)hollyrpeete).
— "I will miss my friend, Michael Clarke Duncan. What an incredible soldier in God's Plan." — Comedian-talk show host Steve Harvey ((at)IAmSteveHarvey).
— "I am so shocked and heart broken to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan's passing. What a man of quality. Both in his life and his work." — Actress Alexa Vega ((at)alexavega).
— "So so sorry to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan, accomplished actor, proud South Sider ..." — ESPN host Michael Wilbon ((at)RealMikeWilbon).
— "Rip Michael Clarke Duncan. We shared sum great times! C u on the other side friend... (at)OMAROSA praying 4 u & the fam." — Actress-comedian Niecy Nash ((at)NiecyNash).
— "Just heard the news that (at)officialmcd passed away. My prayers go out to his family and (at)Omarosa during this very sad time." — Former boxing champion Lennox Lewis ((at)LennoxLewis).
— "RIP- Michael Clarke Duncan.. A really GOOD Brother, I'll miss U Bruh." — Former NBA star and television host John Salley ((at)thejohnsalley).
— "Ahhh... (hash)michaelclarkeDuncan I loved you! Green Mile was epic. RIP (hash)gentlegiant" — Singer-actress Katharine McPhee ((at)katharinemcphee).
— "Man, just watched Michael Clarke Duncan in Talladega Nights last night! RIP to a terrific actor." — TNT Sports reporter David Aldridge ((at)daldridgetnt).
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Highlights from the acting career of Michael Clarke Duncan, who died Monday at 54:
— "Bulworth," 1998.
— "The Players Club," 1998.
— "A Night at the Roxbury," 1998.
— "Armageddon," 1998.
— "Breakfast of Champions," 1999.
— "The Green Mile," 1999.
— "The Whole Nine Yards," 2000.
— "Planet of the Apes," 2001.
— "Cats & Dogs," 2001.
— "See Spot Run," 2001.
— "The Scorpion King," 2002.
— "Daredevil," 2003.
— "Brother Bear," 2003.
— "D.E.B.S.," 2004.
— "Sin City," 2005.
— "Racing Stripes," 2005.
— "The Island," 2005.
— "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby," 2006.
— "School for Scoundrels," 2006.
— "The Last Mimzy," 2007.
— "Welcome Home, Roscoe Jenkins," 2008.
— "Delgo," 2008.
— "Kung Fu Panda," 2008.
— "Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore," 2010.
— "Green Lantern," 2011.
— "The Finder" TV series, 2012.
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Michael Clarke Duncan, who died in a Los Angeles hospital Monday at age 54, played many roles in his life — on screen and off. His sheer physicality could be intimidating — that is, until he flashed that super-sized smile.
He played bodyguards and murderers, kingpins and nice guys. His large, husky voice brought gravitas to cartoon characters and heavies, action films and comedies.
In real life, he was a bodyguard, too — for such celebrities as Will Smith and Jamie Foxx. But he could also turn on the charm as an award-show presenter, reality-show participant and fiance of reality-show starlet Rev. Omarosa Manigault.
"Michael has left us far, far too soon," said Frank Darabont, who directed Duncan in "The Green Mile." ''We lost a great man and a great spirit today."
He just looked like such a sweetheart.I loved his deep voice.And My Fathers favorite movie is The Green Mile,he has seen it about 2 hundred times-easy.
Mike touched everyone via his on screen performance in several movies. I don't think he knew how many fans he actually had. R.I.P.
the big screen won't be the same. You were one of my all time favorites. Hope to see you one day in heaven. You won't know me - but I will be the one smiling and waving from a distance....
I believe I speak for all fans of Michael Clarke Duncan when I say I felt as if I knew him and think it is a coincidence that he got the part of an angel right here on earth as a character in the green mile. You could see his his spirit come through John Coffee as if he were playing a role of himself. That was when my spirit fell in love with his soul.
Our heartfelt condolences to out to the family. Thank you, Michael, for your great talent and beautiful deep voice and presence. We always enjoyed your performances. We miss you and will remember you!
i saw him on the monique show you can feel he had a sweel and kind soul i enjoy watching him in everything he had done monique and michael had a brother and sister love i love his smile you could feel him nothing phoney about michael rest in peace you will be missed
He was an awesome actor.. He will be sorely miss. There is no one that can take his place. God bless him and praying for his family..
I have loved you when you were introduced as an actor. That smile was a real. I could not believe he had passed. The world will remember him and miss him. To his family I want them to thank them for sharing him with the world. Many prayer and blessings.
I'm so sorry for the loss of this very fine actor. I wanted to meet him one day so I guess I'll meet him in heaven!!
I just learned Micheal has passed away. I so much had hoped I would someday meet him and shake his hand, just to say hello and thank him for his acting talent. I still hope I can meet him somewhere beyond the sunset.
It is a sad thing for someone to pass away so young. Our condolences to the entire duncan family and his fiance omarosa.
May God be with the family of Michael Clark Duncan. He was a great man and he will be safely at home with his Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ.
I have been a big fan of Mr. Claeke's since seeing Greem Mile and reading the book. His character was spiritually encouraging to me because all his responses regarding people in this worlk is true.
Thank you Sir for sharing a little part of you with me. RIP
May God watch over you now big guy, and God bless your family, friends and fans in their time of need and sadness. You were an awesome actor and human being and I am so saddened to hear of your passing, R.I.P Mike and Godspeed my friend...
At this very moment I am whatching The Green Mile, I am stunned and sadened, you will be truely missed.
Your Fan Jennie
My prayers and condolences go to the family and all who share in the sorrow of the loss of a wonderferful person. Gone but never forgetten. To all who knew Duncan and the family let us not forget to continue to show love to the family after the pain has subsided, that is when the family will need to continue to absorb our love.
My heartfelt sympathy to Michael's family and friends. He truly seemed to be a wonderful man.
I did enjoy his work in Green Mile and more recently The Finder, always hoped to meet him someday.
This news was heartbreaking!
May you find comfort in your memories of Michael and in knowing he is thought so much of!
I enjoyed watching him in the Green Mile. I also saw him in Two and a Half Men. Great actor. He will surely be missed.
I loved seeing Michael in films. He always impressed me as being a big teddy bear. I also have sarcodosis and connect with others who have also been diaganosed with it. Prayers and sympathy go to his family and friends.
Dear Family and close friends,
You truly had a very special man in your lives. We will always remember Michael Clark as he has passed away on my wife's birthday, in a way she feel connected to him, Angels do watch over us.
Michael was from what We saw a very caring and giving Man! We Pray that you get the Peace you need and that God helps you through this hard time in your lives.
All of our Prayers and good thoughts go out to you!
Mark and Linda, Phx, AZ
I fell in love with his acting in the 90's, and I never missed any of them. I was hooked on the new series "The Finder" and will miss him much!
He will be missed. I loved him in green mile and all the other shows/movies he appeared in. God bless his family and friends. An Admirer. Jennifer Price
My prayers and sympathy go out to your fiance, family and friends. You were a wonderful friend and will truly be missed. I will celebrate your life...Love Ya!
Dear Dear family of Michael Clarke Duncan Duncan, I send my sincere condo-
lences to you all. God Bless you
Quize' Welsh fan of his shows
Michael Duncan was a remarkable man he is still love by so many people has i post this message the tears roll down my face i am so sadden by his death my prayers go out to all his family members and to his beautiful finacee Michael dancan was a legend in his own time michael duncan always had a big smile on his face and i know he had even a bigger smile when he enter the kingdom of heaven he is now with god and his angels you rest michael duncan(big guy) he will be miss by so many many people we love you michael duncan but god loves you too he seen that you was sick and he took you home with him to rest you are gone but your movies, and that big big smile on your handsome face will live on forever..... Rest..... Well..... Michael..... Duncan..... (Big Guy)... ...<3..><3... :->
God called you home, he had other plans for you. You will be greatly missed. My mom, brother in law and step son are all in heaven, I lost them all within 4 months of each other. Please watch out for them, RIP...The Gentle Giant
May you rest in peace Michael Clarke Duncan. My dad made is transition on August 6, he will welcome you in heaven. May God be with your family. Gone too soon....
The world has truly lost a Gentle Giant. I remember when He first started appearing on film and will never forget his voice. The next thing I noted is that no matter what script he had there would always be the part where he was giving us his awesome smile. His personality always showed in all his parts. The world has lost a great and gifted man. My heart goes out to his family and fiance. My they find peace that he is now in a better place.
In times like these we always need our savior to carry us safely threw.I believe that with all my heart,as your angel is helping you to be with our LORD. I love you so much,but GOD loves you best,it's good to be spiritually happy,like you are now, no more suffering any more because you are with the LORD who cares for you.
Was a great actor and was shocked at his passing, I will miss you mike, there's a whole in my heart. You are in a way better place, but we will miss you.
I really liked your performance in the movie------ The Green Mile. You will be missed. Sorry to hear of your passing, but you are in a better place. No more pain!
For those of you sharing your life with M.C.Duncan cherish your memories and live your life as he would want you to. As for Michael himself he is basking in the glory of our Father, share in his glory!!!! God Bless you & keep you!!!!!
God hand picked you for the role of John Coffey, you were truely a gentle giant. God needed you home. My sympathy to his mother and family. Love a fan.
MESSAGE JUST TO SAY THAT IM DEEPLY SADDEN BY THE LOSS OF SUCH GREAT MAN ACTOR BUT 1 THING IS FOR SURE HE WAS A SON OF THE KING WHO IS JUST RETURNING HOME TO HIS FATHER ITS HARD TO NOT HAVE HIM IN THE PHYSCIAL MICHAEL YET LIVES IN SPIRIT SO TO HIS FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU SPEAKING STRENTH ,HEALING ,ENCOURAGEMENT TO ALL WHO WAS TOUCHED BY HIS LIFE MANY FRIENDS HIS TRUE LOVE EYES FULL OF TEARS AND HEAVY HEARTS KNOW GOD IS A KEEPER SO ITS NOT GOOD BYE BUT WE WILL BE SEEING YOU R.I.P PARADISE MY BRUTHA
My sincere condolences go out to his family, as i did not know him on a personal level, i would have given anything to have that chance, he was always one of my favorites and always will be, from Bear in Armagedon, and John Cofee in The Green Mile, to the episodes of Two and A Half Men that he played on, we have definitly lost one of the great ones and i will always remember the tears and laughs that we shared even though we werent together, i stand beside the family and the whole world in saying we love you Micheal, RIP...
To MCD's Family:
May all of the many wonderful good times of laughter, fun and living over the years help to mend your broken hearts over time. Most importantly, God will wipe away all of tears over time and you all will relish in the memories of Michael...all of the good times. I am so sorry for loss and your all are in my prayers.
In sincere sympathy
Mike, have a nice journey. Our Heavenly Father has called your name and I'm sure He has come to take you by the hand to His Heavenly Paradise.
You will be missed!
RIP Michael Clarke Duncan. Your one of the best actors in modern Hollywood. John Coffey was one of the finest pieces of acting I ever saw. The fact you didn't win an Oscar was a travesty. God bless you and we that remain are all better for knowing of you.
he will be greatly missed by all of his fans,i send my deepest condolences to the family.peace be with M.C.D!
Always happy and smiling. My prayers go out to Michael.C.Duncan family and friends. may he rest in peace.Mr Duncan prove that dreams can and do come true. An amazing actor.He will truly be missed.We were blessed to have him for 54 years,now he is with god.He will forever be alive in spirit.God bless
This man was very special a big part of my heart watching him brought a smile to my face now I feel pain i loved him and I will miss watching him. I've seen every movie he has played in the green mile no one could of have played that part better
I had the pleasure of knowing Michael, and was a friend for many years. He was one of the most sweetest, and adorable people I have EVER met! So much fun and so...HUMBLE. He will forever be missed!
You portrayed a gentle giant....your loss is tremendous and you will be sadly missed. May you rest in peace.
May God keep his Family and friends wrapped in his precious hand and may he give peace to each of you. He was a wonderful actor, and seemed like a beautiful spirit. He will be missed. God Bless.....
May you rest in the armes of the almighty where an Angel such as you belongs. God Bless you Michael you will be missed always. Love and Blessings to the Duncan Family our hearts are with you.
I met Mike when he came into my job to put in a change of address and I saw in once in Santa Monica CA at an herb store, He was very friendly and nice. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
may your candle always shine bright, your have brought joy to so many through your work in movies. may god bless your family, RIP gentle giant.
RIP"MICHEAL" MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP THE FAMILY IN THIS TRYING TIME AND KNOW THAT ,WHAT WE MAY NOT UNDERSTAND THE LORD DOES,SO STAY STRONG FAMILY AND KNOW THAT THE LORD IS ON YOUR SIDE AND THE STRENGHTH YOU NEED HE WILL GIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I remember Mike when he was just a tall and thin young man. We used to ride home together in our classmate Carl Peterson's car. Chicago was a 12 hour drive from Alcorn so you get to know a person after that kind of drive. He was a sweet, funny and goofy person with a heart of gold. He will be missed by so many and was loved by just as many. Peaceful Rest my friend.
Michael you will be missed. You touched the world and could light the room with your smile. Safe Journey Brother
You will always be remembered for the "Green Mile", but mosty of all for your gentleness and compassion for others. May God Bless and keep your family as humble as you were.
May God comfort family and friends.God in love has promised grace for every trial,strength for every sorrow,help for every mile. Peace and blessings.
I know Michale from Chicago, Michael lived with one of my daughters for more than two years, they lived in our Family building until Michael left for California. Whenever Mike was doing a new Movie he would always call me to tell me to be sure and go to the movies and to make sure that I bought all of his DVD's and I did.
Michael was a very caring and gentle person, even today children that were maybe six and seven years old when Mike lived here talk about how friendly he was to them and how he use to flex those huge arms and lift them off the ground.
My family grieve for BIG Mike and his family. May God bless you all.
Rest In Heaven, Michael your proformance the green mile was just as you are. An Angel. God Blessings
If ever there was a gentle giant, Michael
was surely that person. He was kind,gentle
and full of love as big as he was.In every movie I saw the mark of a great actor and now his talant will shine down from the heavens on us all. In the hands of Jesus go
forth my friend.
The first film I ever saw Michael in was the
Green Mile and I liked and loved him a lot!
I immediately said what a gentle soul and
really excellent Actor and human being he
was! He really gave a great performance and
truly touched my heart. He is gone much too soon. Sometimes it is hard, really hard,
to understand God's ways. May he rest in
Peace and may God watch over his soul forever and give him much happiness in heaven! He made us all SMILE on earth and
breath a fresh scent of fresh air! We will
all miss you Michael and hope to see you again someday.May you brighten heaven as you
did the earth! Sharon Lynn
We really enjoyed his movies and his sense of humor,may he rest in peace.
Our sympathy to his family and friends.
Juanita & Frantz Garcon
God bless Michael Clark Duncan, and his
beautiful family, I enjoyed his performance
so much in the "Green Mile", one of my fav
movies, I am a retired Correctional Officer
ever since that movie, i looed forward to seeing him, any time on tv, any media, I am sure he is in Heaven with Jesus.
My most since condolences for Mr. Duncans' family, fiancée and friends. My mother had passed at the same young age, the same cause. I know from personal experience that this is not an easy thing to get through - place your full trust in God and He will help you through these most difficult of times. I've always found that it helps to remember that your loved one is in a much better place and - he is no longer suffering. God bless, my prayers are with you all.
what a tremendous loss to the entertainment industry- my family loved his movies and the roles he executed brillantly! he will be missed
My sincere condolences to the family. A member of the Peoples Gas Company family in Chicago. George A Nelson
ive been a head bouncer for 19 yrs....my old boss was micheals co-worker from the past. seeing pictures of them..and knowing he was a head man jus like me. make me and my security staff more honorable to the system of public saftey and peace keeping. our job puts us in the front lines of danger. as did he.. and he'll be in our hearts and respect forever.
dear micheal...ive never know u in real life...but our jobs put us together as one. and ull be remembered in our hearts for the rest of our lives. be with god...may he keep u in his light n care for u..along with the many others souls u have touched. despite our past jobs of throwing down. i hope to keep the dream alive as long as i live. " when in doubt"..... " DOORMAN OUT!!!"
to the family of micheal,
many alohas..n best wishes 2 u
sincerely, 808 Big Shayne
REST IN PEACE....GENTLE GIANT....THE LORD CALLED YOU HOME. YOU WILL BE MISSED, BUT WILL SEE YOU AGAIN. GIVE MY MOMA A BIG BEAR HUG FROM ME!
WE HAVE LOST A TALENTED MAN AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR'S AT THIS TIME. YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!
Thank You for the many beautiful movies and the laughter. May GOD Bless You and your Family.
One more Angel taken to Glory
Michael you will be missed most by your fans. You were one classy man. Your performance in The Green Mile took my breath away. Your respect for others earned you even more respect as a man, a citizen and an artist. We will never forget you.
Michael Clarke Duncan .. you were quite the actor. Green Mile was the first time I saw your talent. What a wonderful ANGEL god has received.
I never got to meet you , but I loved your work from the minute I saw green mile....having the pleasure as being selected an extra for welcome home roscoe jenks was a great film. god bless you and your fans that love your life
Goodbye Michael, I'll see you in heaven. You truely blessed all of us in your personality and your talent as an actor. I am a Big Movie Buff, and will miss looking for that next movie you would be in. My condolances to your family and all who love you. I pray that even your passing will be a blessing to those left behind.
He was a gentle giant, who will be sadly missed. I will leave a light on for you boss, cause I know your afraid of the dark. <3>
Its so sad to hear about the passing of such a great actor u will always be remembered rest in peace my prayers go out to the family in your time of sorrow
i will always remember the gentle soul you were. i am sadden by the fact that you were taken from us way to soon. i will miss you talents as well as you wonderful love that warmed my heart
rest in peace mr. duncan
Enjoyed Mr. Duncan's work. The Green Mile was a classic performance. Such a lost at such a young age. But God knows best. Now he's a star in heaven. God's peace and blessings to his family.
Rest in Peace Micheal Clark Duncan. You lit the screen with your smile. My deepest condolences to his fiance and friends.
You are a great man,that will be missed.You will never know how much you touched so many people lifes.You are now in the arms of our father,your joy now begins.
Its so sad when such a good person is called home but I celebrate his life and his good deeds. He will Be missed, i remember him in scorpion king and he was awesome! Never saw the green mile but armageddon was a good one also. Much love and prayers to his family and friends
You were a very well loved friend, You will be missed alot and now your in the gates of heaven. You will still be performing for the people their and all the Angels and Saints. R.I.P My hero!!
appreciated your many stellar contributions and profound representation and presence as a strong African American male in film.
I HATED TO HEAR THE SAD, HEARTBREAKING NEWS OF
THE DEATH OF MICHAEL CLARKE DUNCAN, HE MOST CERTAINLY WILL BE MISSED. MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY IN A COMFORTING, PEACEFUL AND LOVING WAY
UIvKy
I loved you in "The Green Mile", Armageddon, Planet of the Apes and many other movies and shows you were in.
May God guide you on this new journey, and protect you in his loving arms.
May God Bless the family you left behind and keep them safe.
Rest in Peace my blessed and much loved friend.
Chris
I will always remember him as a phenominal actor who played such great outstanding roles in wich his heroic, brave, cheerful personality showed in Arrmogadon, The Green Mile!!!! He will be truely missed!!!
I loved Michael in The Green Mile. such a gentle soul and a man of miracles. My mom was likw that that before she passed in 06. He will be missed dearly
i will ALWAYS remember you for the AMAZING way you played the role of John Coffey... i cry every time you "showed" your memory.... You will be forever missed... R.I.P.
Greiving for our loss. Michael was One Beautiful human being and a Great actor who will be Hugely missed. I loved everything he did and could not wait for the next movie.
I am deeply saddened. My heart goes out to his family and fiance.
An escort through the valley; death is the last shadow before heaven's dawn. Death with Christ evermore! 2012 R.I.P.
MAY THIS CANDLE LIGHT YOUR WAY TO HEAVEN! WISH I COULD HAVE MET YOU I PERSON, EVEN THOUGH, YOU WILL BE MISSED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY! MICHAEL CLARKE DUNCAN. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!
will be praying for the family you all will be in my thoughts and prayers may God be with you through this hard and painful time.
Michael was bigger than life but had the gentleness of every man I wanted to know. He is among some of the greatest who have passed through this life.
Gone too soon.
Rest now gentle giant for we will miss you.
Michael~
Thank you for sharing your awesome, wondeful talent with the world. You were a gentle teddybear and will truly be missed.
Safe Journey ~~ Rest in Glorious Peace.
michael was a great actor. I loved him in the GREEN MILE.He will be truly missed by all.My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.R.I.P.GOD BLESS YOU.
i loved your smile your softness your acting I loved u as a person. i loved your movies & even the tv series the finder. u were great & be so missed. blessings2 u & all your family.
Although you were here a short while with your family and friends, many fans. You were a great inspiration to many. It was a true honor to have had you in life 's memory. The ( creator) God had other purposes for you in another life. I know you will again make a great impact. I hope to meet you in your new life as a Angel. My condolances for your family..
Cherokeeangel. Valentine (Knoxville, Tennessee) ∅
My Dearest Friend,
I have watch you over the years and I love the movie you played in the Green Mile and your other movies as well, you will be sadly
miss by my family and friends. Our prayes goes our to you and your family
Micheal Clarke Duncan, you will be sorely missed! From that fantastic bright smile to the voice that everyone knew. The characters you played said a lot about who you are and will be with your angel wings. God Bless You!!!
What a terrible loss for the fans of Michae made everyonel Clarke Duncan, a smile that made someone smile with him
.. how sad God bless his family n friends.
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Michael Clarke Duncan your talents will be missed. Prayers of peace to your family. I will especially remember you for your role in "The Green Mile" an AWESOME performance. R.I.P. 2012
Aww. why do the good die young? Michael was one of my favorite actors. Well, at least he is in good company with Robin Robert's mom and Neil Armstrong. Rest in Peace big guy.
I was stunned to hear about Michael's death. I have enjoyed a number of movies he was in and will miss seeing him on screen. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God be with him.
What a great guy. His constant positive portrayals of his many characters were always heart-warming and hope-inspiring. I hope they gave him the biggest wings they could find.
You were an amazing man and we loved you like we knew you. You will be missed by so many people. Rest in Peace Michael.
Actor Michael Clarke Duncan, left, joined by Jordin Sparks, jokingly accepts the award for best actor for an absent Forest Whitaker during the 7th annual BET Awards Tuesday, June 26, 2007, in Los Angeles.
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This Jan. 11, 2012 file photo shows actor Michael Clarke Duncan in New York. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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This Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012 photo shows actor Michael Clarke Duncan in New York. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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In this Tuesday, April 10, 2001 file photo, pop singer Christina Aguilera accepts her award for favorite female artist of the year from presenter Michael Clarke Duncan at the Seventh Annual Blockbuster Awards in Los Angeles. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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This undated image provided by Warner Bros. shows Tom Hanks, left, Michael Clarke Duncan, center, and David Morse in "The Green Mile." Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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In this Monday, Jan 10, 2011 photo, Michael Clarke Duncan, left, and his fiancee Omarosa Manigault arrive at the premiere of "The Green Hornet" in Los Angeles. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, Manigault said.
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In this Sunday, Jan. 7, 2001 file photo, actor Michael Clarke Duncan accepts two awards for the film "The Green Mile" at the 27th Annual People's Choice Awards in Pasadena, Calif. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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In this Monday, Dec. 6, 1999 file photo, Michael Clarke Duncan, left, watches as Tom Hanks, second from right, hugs fellow cast member Doug Hutchison as his wife Rita Wilson looks on at the premiere of "The Green Mile" in the Westwood section of Los Angeles. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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Actor Michael Clarke Duncan cheers as he watches the Dallas Mavericks play the Los Angeles Clippers during their NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006, in Los Angeles.
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Actor Michael Clarke Duncan, right, signs autographs before the beginning of the first annual DirecTV Celebrity Beach Bowl flag football game, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2007, in Miami Beach.
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In this Sunday, June 1, 2008 photo, actor Michael Clarke Duncan poses with "Kung Fu Panda" at the premiere of the movie in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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This June 27, 2010 file photo shows actor Michael Clarke Duncan at the BET Awards in Los Angeles. Duncan has died at the age of 54 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012 in a Los Angeles hospital after nearly two months of treatment following a July 13, 2012 heart attack, his fiancee, the Rev. Omarosa Manigault, said.
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