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His publicist confirmed the newstoVariety.

No cause of death was given.
When it came to battling underground worms I couldnt have asked for a better partner, Bacontweetedon May 13.
Rest In Peace Fred.
From there, Wards filmography continued to blossom.
His TV credits include roles onER,Greys Anatomy,The United States of Tara, andLeverage.
Most recently, he played Eddie Velcoro on the second season ofHBOsTrue Detective.
According to CBS News, Ward dedicated time to painting during the final years of his life.
So sad to hear about Fred Ward.
When it came to battling underground worms I couldnt have asked for a better partner.
Rest In Peace Fred.pic.twitter.com/WLOB0iVwkd
Devastated to learn about the passing of my friend, Fred Ward.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with this wonderful man in Robert Altmans Shortcuts and Alan Rudolphs Equinox.
A tough facade covering emotions as deep as a the Pacific Ocean.
i loved working with him on Sweet Home Alabama.
He was a wonderful man who brought so much joy to every part he played.
He will be deeply missed.
So sad to hear this news.
A pure delight on-screen and off.
I was privileged to work with him on#TremorsCastADeadlySpellhttps://t.co/4zZnp9LYkZ
Oh no!
I worked with Fred on The Right Stuff, and he was such a great, warm guy.
Loved him in Tremors, Miami Blues, The Right Stuff, The Player, Southern Comfort and more.
RIP and thanks for all the movies xpic.twitter.com/i7fWmzYzc1