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Beloved Actor Alfie Wise Dies at 82, Leaving Legacy

8/6/2025

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Alfie Wise, beloved actor and close friend of Burt Reynolds, passed away at 82 on July 22 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Known for his memorable roles in classics like "Smokey and the Bandit" and "The Cannonball Run," Wise's legacy extends beyond film, as he also thrived in real estate. He leaves behind his fiancée, Stephanie Bliss.

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Alfie Wise, beloved actor and close friend of Burt Reynolds, passed away at 82 on July 22 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Known for his memorable roles in classics like "Smokey and the Bandit" and "The Cannonball Run," Wise's legacy extends beyond film, as he also thrived in real estate. He leaves behind his fiancée, Stephanie Bliss.