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entertainment1 year ago

"Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward Dies in Tragic Car Crash with Pet Squirrel and Dog"

Herbert Coward, known for his role as the "Toothless Man" in the movie "Deliverance," died in a car crash in North Carolina at the age of 85, along with a passenger, a Chihuahua, and his pet squirrel. The crash occurred when Coward pulled out onto a highway and was hit by a pickup truck. Coward's character in "Deliverance" became iconic for his role in one of the film's infamous scenes.

obituary2 years ago

"Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward Dies in North Carolina Crash at 85"

Herbert Coward, known for his role as the "Toothless Man" in the movie "Deliverance," died in a car crash in North Carolina at the age of 85. The crash also claimed the life of his 78-year-old girlfriend, Bertha Brooks, as well as their Chihuahua and pet squirrel. The 16-year-old driver of the other vehicle was taken to the hospital as a precaution, and the crash is currently under investigation.

obituary2 years ago

"Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward, Known for 'Toothless Man' Role, Dies in Car Crash at 85"

Herbert Coward, the actor known for his role as the Toothless Man in the 1972 film "Deliverance," died at 85 in a motor vehicle accident in North Carolina. He was often seen with his pet squirrel and had a modest acting career, with "Deliverance" being his most memorable role. The accident also claimed the life of a passenger and their pets. Coward's career was limited after "Deliverance," and he briefly worked with Burt Reynolds at a theme park before being recommended for his iconic role.

obituary2 years ago

'Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward and Girlfriend Killed in Tragic Car Crash

Herbert "Cowboy" Coward, known for his role as the "Toothless Man" in the film "Deliverance," died in a car crash at the age of 85 along with his friend Bertha Brooks, a pet squirrel, and a chihuahua. The crash occurred as they were leaving a doctor's appointment, and speed and distractions were not factors. Coward's small but memorable role in "Deliverance" made him the indelible face of one of the most infamous scenes in 1970s cinema.

obituary2 years ago

"Remembering Herbert 'Cowboy' Coward: The 'Deliverance' Actor's Legacy"

Herbert "Cowboy" Coward, known for his role as the sadistic Toothless Man in the film Deliverance, has died in a car accident at the age of 85 in North Carolina. The accident also claimed the life of his girlfriend and their pets. Coward, a recognizable figure in Haywood County, was fondly nicknamed "The Squirrel Man" due to his pet squirrel, Cowgirl. He gained fame after being recommended by Burt Reynolds for his role in Deliverance and remained in regular contact with Reynolds until the actor's death in 2018. Despite his Hollywood connections, Coward lived a quiet life in Haywood County.

entertainment2 years ago

'Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward Dies in North Carolina Highway Crash Alongside Girlfriend and Pets

Herbert Coward, known for his role as the "Toothless Man" in the movie "Deliverance," died in a crash on a North Carolina highway at the age of 85. The crash occurred as he was leaving a doctor's appointment, and also resulted in the death of Bertha Brooks, as well as Coward's pet Chihuahua and squirrel. Coward's character in "Deliverance" became iconic for his role in one of the film's infamous scenes.

obituary2 years ago

"Deliverance Actor Herbert Coward, 85, Dies in North Carolina Car Crash"

Herbert "Cowboy" Coward, known for his role as the toothless man in the film Deliverance, has died at 85 in a car accident in North Carolina along with his girlfriend and pets. He was a natural talent who made a lasting impact with his iconic line in the movie. Despite his Hollywood fame, he lived a quiet life in his mountain home and remained in contact with Burt Reynolds until the actor's death in 2018.

entertainment2 years ago

"Deliverance Actor Herbert Coward Dies in Tragic Car Crash with Girlfriend and Pets"

Herbert Coward, the actor known for his role as the Toothless Man in Deliverance, was killed in a car crash in North Carolina along with his girlfriend, pet squirrel, and chihuahua. The 85-year-old actor, who was fondly called "The Squirrel Man" for bringing his pet squirrel everywhere, gained fame for his role in Deliverance after a chance encounter with Burt Reynolds. Despite his Hollywood success, Coward preferred to stay in the North Carolina mountains and was a well-known fixture at his local church, where he attended with his squirrel.

obituary2 years ago

"Deliverance' Actor Herbert Coward Dies in Tragic Car Crash"

Iconic actor Herbert Coward, known for his role in "Deliverance," died in a car crash in North Carolina at the age of 85, along with his passenger and beloved pets. The collision occurred as Coward was turning out of a parking lot, and both occupants were pronounced dead at the scene. The 16-year-old driver of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries. Authorities determined no crime was committed, and fans are honoring Coward's legacy on social media.