Lawrence of Arabia and Doctor Zhivago star Omar Sharif dies

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Acting great Omar Sharif has died of a heart attrack at the age of 83.

The Egyptian actor was best known for his leading role in Doctor Zhivago and major supporting role in Lawrence of Arabia.

In May, Sharif had been revealed to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

After starring in over 20 Egyptian movies, Sharif made his English language debut in David Lean's 1962 epic Lawrence of Arabia.

He won a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for the performance, and also picked up an Oscar nomination.

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