By THE NEW YORK TIMES
Dennis Hopper, whose portrayals of drug-addled, often deranged misfits in the landmark films “Easy Rider,” “Apocalypse Now” and “Blue Velvet” drew on his early out-of-control experiences as part of a new generation of Hollywood rebel, died at his home in Venice, Calif., on Saturday. He was 74.
According to the Times obituary written by Edward Wyatt, Mr. Hopper died from complications of prostate cancer. His death was first reported by Reuters.
Mr. Hopper, who said he stopped drinking and using drugs in the mid-1980s, followed that change with a tireless phase of his career in which he claimed to have turned down no parts. His credits include at least six films released in 2008 and at least 25 over the past 10 years.
An Uneasy ride with Dennis Hopper
By RICHARD STAYTON | LOS ANGELES TIMES
By CHRIS NASHAWATY | ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
By RICHARD STAYTON | LOS ANGELES TIMES
A writer's tortured 10-year relationship with the actor never produced the biography originally sought by Hopper, who feared opening a Pandora's box of the past. What was revealed was a serious careerist who tenaciously managed his sobriety.Dennis Hopper: 12 Key Films
By CHRIS NASHAWATY | ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
From his directorial debut in ''Easy Rider'' to unforgettable performances in ''Rebel Without a Cause,'' ''Apocalypse Now,'' and ''Blue Velvet,'' a look at the unpredictable, unparalleled career of a Hollywood legend.
Dennis Hopper loses fight against cancer (London Times)
Dennis Hopper's influential career came full-circle (Washington Post)
