Peter Falk Dies: Columbo Actor Dead at 83

Actor Peter Falk Has Died

Peter Falk died on June 22, 2011. The famed "Columbo" actor reportedly passed away in his Beverly Hills home, according to family members. A cause of death was not given.

Peter Falk had been dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

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Falk was best known as Columbo, a frumpy detective with a knack for solving crimes. He won four Emmys in the role.

Falk also had a solid film career, having appeared in several John Cassavetes films and Wim Wender's Wings of Desire.

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