NEW YORK: Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was found dead in his New York apartment on Sunday (Monday in Manila), was hailed as the finest character actor of his generation but struggled with fame and addiction.

For more than 20 years, Hoffman mesmerized and entertained filmgoers with his portrayal of some of the most repellent and yet electrifying characters of the silver screen.

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