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Actor Hardy Krüger has died at the age of 93.
The actor, known for his roles in A Bridge Too Far, The Flight of the Phoenix, and Wild Geese, died at his home in California on Thursday.
In a statement released by Kruger's agency, paying tribute, Kruger's family lauded his 'warmth of heart' and 'unshakable sense of justice,' after he became one of few German actors to become known for his roles globally.
Tragic news: Actor Hardy Krüger has died at the age of 93 (pictured in 2015)
The statement said: 'His warmth of heart, joie de vivre, and his unshakable sense of justice will make him unforgettable.'
Kruger had a leading role in 75 films over a career that spanned 40 years, and famously appeared in the epic war film A Bridge too Far, which boasted a star-studded cast including James Caan, Michael Caine and Sean Connery.
He took on the role of Generalmajor der Waffen-SS Karl Ludwig in the film which focused on the failed
