'Family Feud' Star Richard Dawson Dies From Esophageal Cancer

Former 'Family Feud' host Richard Dawson died Saturday from complications related to esophageal cancer. He was 79. He had been diagnosed with esophageal cancer three weeks earlier.  He was surrounded by family when he passed away at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. His son, Gary Dawson, announced his passing online Sunday.

Stories of his life can be found at Entertainment Today and CNN.

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