By Todd Leopold, CNN   Story highlights Omar Sharif starred in epic films like “Doctor Zhivago” and “Lawrence of Arabia” Later in life, he became top-notch bridge player (CNN)Omar Sharif, the dashing actor whose career included star turns in “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Doctor Zhivago,” died Friday. He was 83. The Egyptian-born actor suffered a heart attack this afternoon in Cairo, according to his agent, Steve Kenis. Egyptian state media report that Sharif had been in the hospital for a month. Antonio Banderas, who starred with Sharif in 1999’s “The 13th Warrior,” expressed his sorrow on Twitter. “My great friend Omar Sharif has passed away. I will always miss him. He was one of the best,” Banderas posted. In his prime, Sharif — with his dark eyes, debonair demeanor and exotic accent — was considered one of the most handsome … Read entire article »