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Life well lived: Actor Gene Wilder

Gene Wilder passed away this week at the age of 83 following complications from Alzheimer's. Wilder is remembered for his iconic roles in "Young Frankenstein," "Blazing Saddles" and "Willie Wonka and the Chocolate factory." He announced his retirement from acting in 2003 after an Emmy-winning performance on "Will and Grace."
/ Source: TODAY

Gene Wilder passed away this week at the age of 83 following complications from Alzheimer’s. Wilder is remembered for his iconic roles in “Young Frankenstein,” “Blazing Saddles” and “Willie Wonka and the Chocolate factory.” He announced his retirement from acting in 2003 after an Emmy-winning performance on “Will and Grace.”