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‘Dog The Bounty Hunter’ Star Beth Chapman Shares A Photo Of Burt Reynolds — Three Weeks Before His Passing
Ever since news of Burt Reynolds passing broke, countless celebrities have taken to social media to remember the late actor. One fan, in particular, Beth Chapman, was with him just a few weeks ago. The Dog the Bounty Hunter star took to Instagram to share a photo with him alongside her husband, Duane.
“Very very sad that #BurtReynolds has died,” the 50-year-old wrote on Sept. 6. “This photo taken three weeks ago is something I will treasure. He was kind, charming, lucid, and funny. What an amazing talent gone too soon #RIP ❤️.”
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Fans immediately began commenting on the sweet tribute, with one person writing, “Thank you for sharing this great picture… It’s so sad that Burt has passed…? He was a gentle soul..? I’m keeping happy thoughts about him… ? Much love sent your way, Beth, and Dwayne.” Another added, “So blessed you got to meet him, wonderful Hollywood icon gone too soon xx @mrsdog4real thanks for sharing this pic,” and a third chimed in, “So sad to see he is gone but not forgotten! It’s a great picture to have. ?”
On Aug. 11, the reality star shared another pic with Reynolds, who wore a blue shirt, embellished jacket, and rose gold glasses. “Seriously the highlight of my day,” she wrote at the time. “Burt Reynolds #Bubbafest come see us tomorrow #PigeonForgeTn.”
On Sept. 6, a source told Us Weekly that the Smokey and the Bandit actor went into cardiac arrest at a hospital in Florida on Thursday. His family was by his side.
After a successful run on television, the 82-year-old broke onto the big screen with his role in Deliverance. He became a household name, however, for his roles as an imprisoned football star in The Longest Yard and as a truck driver in Smokey and the Bandit.
“It’s a tough business. Very tough,” Reynolds told USA Today back in March. “But I always tried to leave a good impression wherever we shot, and I didn’t leave any buildings burning or anything. And I’ve had a good time through it all.” RIP.
