Sam Shepard Was An Icon Of Cool. Here Are 15 Pictures to Prove It
The actor and writer died at 73
Sam Shepard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and actor, once said: "I hate endings. Just detest them." He was referring to storytelling, and concluded that the most authentic endings are "the ones which are already revolving towards another beginning. That's genius."
Shepard, one of the most talented artists of his generation, died Monday, 31 July, at the age of 73. It's an ending, sure, but one studded with new beginnings for all the generations to come who will discover Shepard for the first time. Whether you're discovering him for the first time, or have enjoyed his career for decades, here are 15 pictures to remind you that Shepard was a true icon of American cool.
1971
With Patti Smith at the Hotel Chelsea in New York City.
1980
On the set of the movie Resurrection.
1983
With Jessica Lange, whom Shepard started a relationship with while filming Frances. They moved in together in 1983 and stayed together until 2009.
1990
Giving someone the finger.
1994
With Lou Reed and German filmmaker Wim Wenders in New York City.
1984
With Jessica Lange in L.A.
1990
Leaving a party in L.A.
1986
Leaving famous New York City hotspot Elaine's with Jessica Lange.
1986
Camera shy on Sunset Boulevard.
1990
At the opening of the New York City Film Festival with Jessica Lange.
1988
In the backseat of a car in New York City.
1982
Leaving the Port Restaurant in West Hollywood with Jessica Lange.
1984
With Jessica Lange in New York City.
2011
At his home in Kentucky.
2013
Strolling through the Bowery in New York City.
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