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LOS ANGELES (AP) — William Friedkin, the generation-defining director who brought a visceral realism to 1970s hits “The French Connection” and “The Exorcist" and was quickly anointed one of Hollywoods

William Friedkin, the Oscar winning director who became a top filmmaker in his 30s with the gripping "The French Connection" and the horrifying "The Exorcist," has died.

William Friedkin, the generation-defining director who brought a visceral realism to 1970s hits "The French Connection" and "The Exorcist" and was quickly anointed one of Hollywoods top directors when he was only in his 30s, has died. He was 87.

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’

The Oscar-winning director also produced huge hits including "The Exorcist."

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’

Friedkin helmed legendary ’70s films ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The French Connection’