**Ryan O'Neal (1941-2023)**, American actor, reached the peak of his film career in the 1970s. After his television success with *Peyton Place*, he established himself on the big screen with *Love Story* (1970). This cult film, where he played Oliver Barrett IV, earned him an Academy Award nomination, defining him as a sensitive and charming romantic lead.

He continued to shine in Peter Bogdanovich's *Paper Moon* (1973), alongside his daughter Tatum O'Neal, where his portrayal of a charming con man highlighted a comedic flair and a more complex side. Subsequently, he starred in the eponymous role in Stanley Kubrick's *Barry Lyndon* (1975), a more measured performance that demonstrated his ability to tackle nuanced characters.

O'Neal was known for his good looks and for often portraying charming men, sometimes vulnerable or with a touch of arrogance, typical of romantic heroes or rebellious characters of the 1970s.