Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman dies

Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his New York apartment from an apparent drug overdose.

It was widely reported in 2013 that Hoffman went through a drug treatment program for addiction [Reuters]

Award-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman has been found dead in his New York City apartment of an apparent drug overdose, according to a New York Police Department source. Reuters news agency reported that the source said Hoffman was found on Sunday after a 911 emergency call from the actor's friend. The source gave no further details. The New York Times, quoting a law enforcement official, said investigators found a syringe in Hoffman's arm and an envelope containing what was believed to be heroin. Hoffman's public relations agency, Image Management, issued the following statement on behalf of 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.” Hoffman, 46, won the Academy Award for best actor for the 2005 biographical film Capote, and received three Academy Award nominations as best supporting actor.