Fred Thompson is dead. The one time Senator from Tennessee and presidential candidate in 2008 (whom I originally supported) has died at the age of 73.
Fred Thompson has died at 73 |
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BREAKING: Family statement: Fred Thompson, former US senator who acted in TV and films, has died at 73
— The Associated Press (@AP) November 1, 2015
Sad news. Former Sen. Fred Thompson has died, The Tennessean reports.
— toddstarnes (@toddstarnes) November 1, 2015
Sad to hear about passing of Fred Thompson, covered his '08 campaign. A senator, actor, presidential candidate, gentleman
— Kelly O'Donnell (@KellyO) November 1, 2015
Sad news. Our affiliate confirms former Sen. @fredthompson, Law & Order star & pres candidate, has passed away. @NBCNightlyNews
— Kate Snow (@tvkatesnow) November 1, 2015
RIP Senator Fred Thompson. You were my choice for POTUS in 2008. I’ll miss your snarky tweets.