Actress Susan Kendall Newman , the star of the Beatles tribute film I Wanna Hold You Hand and daughter of late legendary actor and philanthropist Paul Newman , died at the age of 72 in August after suffering complications from chronic health conditions, her family announced in an obituary published by the New York Times on Tuesday (October 7).

"Susan Kendall Newman will be remembered for her sharp wit and tongue, generosity and love, and her devotion to family and friends. She will be very much missed," the obituary states.

The actress, who Paul Newman shared with his first wife, Jackie Witte , began her career in on and off Broadway productions before landing the role of Janis Goldman in the 1978 film I Wanna Hold Your Hand as one of six teenagers who attempt to sneak i

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