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Hauser’s wife Cali Lili Hauser announced the news on social media calling her husband a “movie icon.”
“Wings Hauser took flight in the arms of his film and music partner, Cali Lili Hauser, at their studio this weekend,” his wife announced in a post to Instagram.
“Born in Hollywood, proud Academy member and prouder son of Academy Award winning writer, director, producer Dwight A. Hauser and loving mother Geraldine T. Hauser, Wings Hauser’s one of a kind, legendary career spanned 58 years in movies, TV& music working alongside many of the greatest artists in the industry and earning their respect.”
Hauser, who got his start on First to Fight in 1967, was best known for his work on Vice Squad and for playing Greg Foster on The Young and the Restless in 1977 and again in 2010.
In her caption, Cali pledged to finish work on a documentary about his life and career called Working Class Actor.
“His recent and upcoming releases along with his living wish is handing the torch to the love of his life, Cali, requesting she continue the work embodying their partnership, their love story and honouring his legacy,” the post read. “Wings asks movie and music lovers in lieu of flowers or cards that they please show ongoing support for current and future projects.”
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The official Instagram page for Hauer’s documentary also paid tribute to the actor, writing: “We are devastated over the great #WingsHauser passing. All of us mourn the loss of a huge heart & soul larger even than his astonishing creative legacy. His contributions to the arts survive into eternity and our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends & fans. RIP”
In his 50-plus year career, Hauser racked up more than 100 onscreen credits, including roles on shows like The Fall Guy, Airwolf, Walker, Texas Ranger, China Beach, Lightning Force, Roseanne and Beverly Hills, 90210.
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