First published 2010
A. E. Hotchner opens his memoir in 1955 when he first encounters Paul Newman, then an unknown actor cast in Hotchner's television adaptation of an Ernest Hemingway story. That initial meeting launches a friendship spanning 53 years until Newman's death in 2008. Hotchner reveals Newman as unpredictable and fun-loving, taking readers through their shared adventures across multiple continents. The two men captain peculiar boats together, navigate Hollywood's complexities, and achieve theatrical successes. Their most unexpected venture begins as a joke when they create Newman's Own food company, which grows into a major business donating its entire $300 million profit to charity. These funds support the Hole in the Wall Camps and other organizations helping children with serious illnesses. Through personal photographs and candid stories, Hotchner captures both the joy and challenges of their bond. The book portrays Newman's generosity and talent while documenting how two men maintained their connection through decades of change.
234 pages · Hardcover · Nan A. Talese