Peter Fonda, celebrated actor known for Easy Rider, dies aged 79
Son of Henry Fonda and brother of Jane Fonda died after battling lung cancer, family says
THE GUARDIAN
Friday 16 August 2019
The actor Peter Fonda has died at the age of 79 following a battle with lung cancer, his family has said.
Fonda, who co-wrote, produced and starred in the classic 1969 road movie Easy Rider, died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles on Friday, his family said in a statement.He was the son of Henry Fonda and younger brother of Jane Fonda.
A statement from his family said: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the news that Peter Fonda has passed away.