Ryan O'Neal Dead, ‘Love Story’ Star Passes At 82

"Love Story" and "Peyton Place" star Ryan O'Neal has died. He was 82. His son, Patrick O'Neal, confirmed his passing on Friday, Dec. 8 on Instagram with a heartfelt tribute. "So this is the toughest thing I've ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us," he wrote in part. "This is very difficult for my wife Summer and I, but I will share some feelings to give you an idea of how great a man he is." His official cause of death has not been disclosed at this time, but he faced several health issues over the years. He was diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012. Ryan has a prolific career. He was nominated for an Oscar in 1971 and starred in several landmark films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon." His breakout role was on the soap opera "Peyton Place." He was married two times, once to Leigh Taylor-Young and another time to Joanna Moore, and famously dated Farrah Fawcett on-and-off for 30 years until her death in 2009.

[@PrairieChickenCO]

Regardless of his past, he was a human. RIP and prayers for his family.

[@pollyanna1112]

I don't think I've ever heard any negatives about him (+ his past). I've known he was married a few times but that's unfortunately all too common in Hollywood - well, in life in general too. As you said, no matter what, he deserves peace.

[@Melinda8162]

Oh they're all going to bring up about 'his kids'! Maybe he wasn't a 'perfect father '... maybe his kids weren't 'perfect' either!!! We should talk only of his acting and if you were a fan. None of us lived with him! I liked what I know of him as an actor...and that's what one should comment on. RIP. Handsome too.

[@amara1954]

Hopefully with Farrah❤❤

[@karinbernhardt8747]

Huh???! But it will be good if he find peace at last. No pun intended pollyanna. Have a good christmas and a happy 2024@@pollyanna1112

[@reneepawelski5899]

Rest in Peace Ryan! This is so sad, he was a great actor. Sending prayers to his family and friends!

[@monacannon6644]

So sad. Rest in peace Ryan! He was an amazing actor. Condolences to the family. 🙏

[@marytrausch5230]

Prayers to his family. RIP Ryan O Neal

[@griseldaallen3668]

Loved his acting. May he rest in peace. Condolences to his family.

[@lastchild61trish42]

My very very favorite ❤ actor when I first saw him on Peyton place knew what a great a actor he was. AND SO Handsome ❤God rest his soul Bless his family.

[@katiesingletary39]

Peace out. First celeb I probably haven't had compassion for.

[@quintoncompton4073]

I was so siadden to hear about the news of Mr Ryan O'Neal. What a wonderful actor. I can see him and Farrah Fawcett having a beautiful reunion today. I send prayers to the family, friends, and fans.

[@suzetterothmann2891]

Will miss Ryan very much RIP handsome

[@alexd1121]

Rest in fun and happiness beautiful Howard Bannister! 82 years on earth is a decent amount of time🙌🏻✨

[@pokgai-n2b]

Legendary Ryan O'Neal RIP

[@stephaniestanley8041]

❤The last question in this video shook me. So I hope Ryan and Farrah are together sharing their everlasting lives.

[@swolfe9668]

Farrah and Ryan were toxic together, why would you think they deserve to be together

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Romance, romantic, deep soul, deeply lovers

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Icon, star, legend, great history, modern vibes, lovely mood

[@stephaniestanley8041]

@@swolfe9668 oh Jesus Christ they're gone. I was being nice. Go waste your time somewhere else.

[@roundtwo3321]

@@swolfe9668 True. Give the girl a break. Wasn't he into DV?

[@asiaoharasbutterflies9425]

I was thinking about Love Story just yesterday .. so sad.

[@eddiewhitfield8888]

My Condolences 🙏 ☹️ 😔 and rest in Peace 🙏 🕊 Ryan 😢

[@dananicole3969]

I grew watching him in the 80s thinking 🤔, he's so handsome and just a really good actor,very appealing with alot of charisma, he and farrah just a beautiful couple. I always loved Tatum as well ,thinking it's good they healed their issues and relationship and just sad ryan and griffin couldn't heal their issues.

[@pamelamcdaniel1452]

RIP❤❤❤❤❤

[@DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Ryan Patrick Charles O'Neal, you will be missed

[@michellemartin1937]

RIP❤️

[@Scottwilkie18]

RIP now Farah and you can be eternally together

[@brando7266]

He cheated on her, and they broke up

[@roundtwo3321]

No, give the girl a break. Wasn't he into DV?

[@teresacampion4933]

Rest in Peace🙏Ryan

[@stellapatterson5505]

My sincerest condolences to his family

[@amandakaras356]

Rest in peace.

[@NessaDotiktoknessahoangdooffic]

Rip and ❤❤❤❤😢😢😢😢

[@benrosn8154]

Great actor

[@benrosn8154]

Phenomenal actor

[@ApplePie..]

Great actor. Not a good father or husband.

[@beccahaaby1007]

If he was not your father and you weren't married to the man, you've no right to make that statement. Troll.

[@organicinohio5398]

Pretty sure there are worse fathers out there. As for husbands, you better believe there are worse.

[@pollyanna1112]

Why is it a number of folk are referencing a negative side to R. O'N. I don't recall reading any bad press about him - as a husband, a father, an actor, a man. Can you or someone share . Thanks In saying this, I'm not taking away the sadness of his passing, not being morbidly curious, I'm just wondering because I've never heard any negative posts. R I P Ryan O'Neal

[@ApplePie..]

@@pollyanna1112 read the book by Tatum O'neal Paper Moon. He was physically and emotionally abusive to her and her brother. It was awful. People are getting mad at me? But she's the one that spilled the tea in the book.

[@roundtwo3321]

@@ApplePie.. Wasn't he into DV with his wives, too?

[@mspitstoptoyou]

😞

[@Artur-Itas]

HE WAS "COMPLICATED" TO SAY THE LEAST. 👁 WOULD LOVE TO SEE A TV MOVIE OR READ AN UNAUTHORIZED BIOGRAPHY UNFILTERED TO UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC IN HIS HEAD SO TO SPEAK.

[@bahmanzare1073]

💔🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤💕

[@truthisinthescriptures]

(John 3:16) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

[@stephaniestanley8041]

❤Those words are the meaning for our lives on this earth. ... everlasting life.

[@Cwgrlup]

Farrah’s gonna meet him at the pearly gates.

[@quintoncompton4073]

Another beautiful reunion.

[@brando7266]

Didn't he cheat on her, I doubt she would want to see him,

[@kathygonzalez1413]

He's with Farrah now 😭😭😭

[@stephenbarnes9196]

He can't get fairer off of his mind

[@deloresredman4792]

Farrah

[@kevinmalone3210]

lol, you meant Farrah. He was deeply in love with her, and no doubt it was difficult for him to lose her.

[@nenasoriano5515]

you're a dolt

[@roundtwo3321]

Wasn't he into DV?

[@biobelewilliam-west1310]

He can finally be with Farrah…..RIP Ryan O’Neal

[@ellenherman9543]

I never cared for him

[@susanshew2373]

Did you know him?

[@ivandark95]

I remember he in Barry Lyndon and love story. Rip legend .

[@guru6831]

RIP

[@wesleydesot4904]

RIP ryan o neil.

[@AbleInTruth]

Good-Riddance! He was garbage! Why? He was horrible to all his wives. He stole his best friend, at the time, Lee Major's wife, Farah. He was abusive to Farah. He was a horrible and irresponsible father; i.e Tatum and that criminal son Redmond is proof. He was a serial philanderer! 🤮After Farah's death, he threatened the University of Texas to return the paintings...the gift extended her alma mater. UofT gave the paintings back under threat of a lawsuit; HORRIBLE! 😱

[@AbleInTruth]

Good-Riddance! He was garbage! Why? He was horrible to all his wives. He stole his best friend, at the time, Lee Major's wife, Farah. He was abusive to Farah. He was a horrible and irresponsible father; i.e Tatum and that criminal son Redmond is proof. He was a serial philanderer! 🤮After Farah's death, he threatened the University of Texas to return the paintings...the gift extended her alma mater. UofT gave the paintings back under threat of a lawsuit; HORRIBLE! 😱