Bill Naughton, the Irish writer who created a memorable Cockney woman-chaser named Alfie, has died at age 82 at his home in the Isle of Man, his family said. The cause of death was not stated.

The Alfie role in the 1966 film of the same name made Michael Caine an international star.Naughton's comedy "Spring and Port Wine" about a Lancashire family in the town of Bolton broke box-office records at London's Mermaid Theatre and was also filmed. His other film stories included "The Family Way."

Naughton moved to the Isle of Man 30 years ago for a quiet life with his family.

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His autobiography, "Saintly Billy - A Catholic Boyhood," was published in 1988.

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