Academy Award Winner Philip Seymour Hoffman Found Dead In His Home

Academy Award winner Philip Seymour Hoffman is dead. He was found
dead in his New York City home today, Sunday, 2^nd of February, 2014.
The cause of his death is yet to be ascertained, but Police say he might have
died of a suspected overdose as a needle was found in his arm. Police also said apparent heroin was found at the scene.

Here is a statement released shortly after his death by his
family.

“We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Phil and
appreciate the outpouring of love and support we have received from everyone.
This is a tragic and sudden loss and we ask that you respect our privacy during
this time of grieving.  Please keep Phil
in your thoughts and prayers.”  They
statement read. 

He was 46. May his soul rest in peace.