Comedic actor Gene Wilder, seen here as candy tycoon Willy Wonka in the 1971 classic "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory," died Monday, August 29, at the age of 83.

RIP Gene. You were so talented and kindhearted. You will be sorely missed by so many. All of us have lost OUR Willy Wonka. Love, Violet. â Denise Nickerson (@deniseviolet71) August 30, 2016 ...

Gene Wilder, Beloved Star of 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory', Dies at 83. Gene Wilder, the actor best known for his role as Willy Wonka in the hit film, has died. By Alexandra Hurtado.

Gene Wilder, the rubbery-faced star of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and comedy classics from Mel Brooks, has died, according to his nephew and his agent.He was 83.

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Willy Wonka Kids Pay Tribute to Gene Wilder "All of us have lost OUR Willy Wonka," one co-star wrote. By ABC News. August 30, 2016, 12:00 PM. 3:08.

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