James Caan, Star of 'The Godfather,' Passes Away

James Caan, the American actor best known for his role as Sonny Corleone in the crime drama 'The Godfather,' has passed away last night. The sad news was shared by his family today, according to Life.ru.

“It is with great sadness that we inform you of Jimmy's passing. The family appreciates the condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time,” the statement posted on Twitter reads.

The cause of death for the 'Godfather' star has not been disclosed. He was 82 years old at the time of his death.