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Kim Peek (The Real Rain Man) dies.

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Unhappy Kim Peek (The Real Rain Man) dies. - 12-23-2009, 10:49 AM


Very sad and a great loss.

Kim Peek, the original Rain Man, dies - Times Online

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12-23-2009, 11:32 AM


Amazing. I never knew there was a real inspiration for the Hoffman role. Sorry to see him pass.

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12-23-2009, 12:15 PM


I didn't know either. I thought Dustin Hoffman did a great job in the role. One of my favorite movies. Thanks for the info Sonny. Now I know a little more behind the story.

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