Ryan O’Neal, star of ‘Love Story,’ ‘Paper Moon,’ ‘Peyton Place’ and ‘Barry Lyndon,’ dies at 82

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Renowned actor Ryan O’Neal, celebrated for his roles in iconic films such as ‘Love Story,’ ‘Paper Moon,’ ‘Peyton Place,’ and ‘Barry Lyndon,’ passed away at the age of 82. His demise was announced on Friday by his son, Patrick O’Neal, a sportscaster based in Los Angeles, who shared the news on Instagram. He stated that Ryan O’Neal passed away peacefully, surrounded by his caring team. Although the exact cause of death was not disclosed, Ryan O’Neal had previously battled prostate cancer, diagnosed in 2012, following his earlier struggle with chronic leukemia.

Patrick O’Neal paid tribute to his father, describing him as a Hollywood legend and his personal hero. Tatum O’Neal, Ryan’s daughter, expressed her deep love and the fortunate resolution of their relationship, stating that she would miss him forever.

Ryan O’Neal rose to fame as one of the foremost movie stars of the 1970s, working with prominent directors such as Peter Bogdanovich and Stanley Kubrick. He was known for his roles in movies like ‘What’s Up, Doc?’ and ‘Barry Lyndon,’ and for leveraging his charming looks to portray complex characters.

His television career spanned into the 2010s, with appearances in series like ‘Bones’ and ‘Desperate Housewives.’ Ryan O’Neal’s personal life, including his long-term relationship with Farrah Fawcett and a turbulent family life, often captured public attention. He had a nearly three-decade-long relationship with Fawcett, with whom he had a son, Redmond. He also fathered actors Griffin O’Neal and Tatum O’Neal with his first wife, Joanna Moore, and had another son, Patrick, with his second wife, Leigh Taylor-Young.

Ryan O’Neal’s notable acting achievements included an Oscar nomination for his performance in the 1970 film ‘Love Story,’ co-starring Ali MacGraw. His later career was occasionally overshadowed by personal challenges, including strained relationships with his children and legal issues.

O’Neal began his career with roles in television and minor film parts, achieving stardom with his performance in ‘Peyton Place.’ His breakthrough role in ‘Love Story’ catapulted him to fame, and he was considered for numerous leading roles in Hollywood, including in ‘The Godfather.’

Barbra Streisand, who co-starred with O’Neal in ‘The Main Event,’ expressed her sadness at his passing, remembering him as funny and charming. O’Neal’s career trajectory also included performances in ‘Paper Moon,’ where he starred alongside his daughter Tatum, and in ‘Barry Lyndon,’ a demanding project directed by Stanley Kubrick.

His career faced challenges in the following decades, with films like ‘Nickelodeon’ and ‘Oliver’s Story’ not achieving expected success. His personal life was marked by difficulties, including his son Griffin’s legal troubles and turbulent relationships within his family.

Ryan O’Neal, born Charles Patrick Ryan O’Neal on April 20, 1941, was the son of screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actor Patricia Callaghan O’Neal. Before his acting career, he had diverse experiences as a lifeguard and amateur boxer.

This obituary was supplemented with information from AP Entertainment Writer Andrew Dalton.

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