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David Niven: 'It was a relief when he died' - star's long battle with Lou Gehrig's disease

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ONCE coined as "Hollywood
ONCE coined as 'Hollywood's ideal Englishman,' actor David Niven was best known for his roles as officers, lovers and the iconic James Bond in 1967s Casino Royale. Having been in more than 90 films across his 50 year career, Niven's death in 1983 at the age of 73 was felt by many. Towards the end of his life, the star needed 'care 24 hours a day', due to his battle with a disease known as Lou Gehrig's disease or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

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