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Story summary
- Bud Cort, the actor known for Harold and Maude, died in February 2026 and was omitted from the Oscars' In Memoriam, triggering fan disappointment.
- Despite his iconic status, he suffered a serious car accident that altered his appearance and sparked a legal battle.
- Friends described him as captivating and vulnerable, with storytelling talent, and he aspired to write a memoir but died before finishing it.
- Cort's Hollywood legacy remains significant.
