Oscar winning producer Albert S Ruddy passes away at 94

The Hollywood industry mourns the death of Albert S. Ruddy, the renowned Oscar-winning producer behind films such as ‘The Godfather’ and ‘Million Dollar Baby,’ who died at the age of 94. Ruddy, who is well-known for his contributions to cinema and television, leaves a rich legacy that will be felt throughout the entertainment industry.

Ruddy died at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles after a brief illness, his family announced through a representative.

His final words, “The game is over, but we won the game,” perfectly capture the spirit of a man whose life’s work has been committed to the pursuit of great storytelling.

Ruddy worked on numerous iconic projects that have endured the test of time over his long career. In addition to co-creating the sitcom “Hogan’s Heroes,” he was a key player in the highly regarded drama “Walker, Texas Ranger.” But his contributions on the silver screen were what cemented his reputation as a Hollywood great.

Ruddy has an impressive array of titles including the cult classic sports comedy ‘The Longest Yard,’ in which he reunited with star Burt Reynolds. Ruddy has been linked with a number of noteworthy movies, including “Bad Girls,” “The Scout,” and “Matilda,” all of which highlight his versatility as a producer in a variety of genres.