Vincent Pastore, actor on 'The Sopranos,' dies at 80
Authorities are investigating the cause of death after the actor was found by a neighbor following three days without contact.
- Actor Vincent Pastore, 80, was found dead at his Bronx, New York home on Saturday after a neighbor discovered him following three days without contact. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of his death.
- Pastore gained prominence as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on the HBO drama "The Sopranos" beginning in 1999. His character became central to the series' iconic mob storyline across six seasons.
- Stephen Villano, a neighbor and longtime friend, discovered Pastore after the actor had not been reached for three days. Police launched an investigation, with his cause of death remaining unknown.
- Before his acting career, the Bronx native served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and graduated from Pace University with a drama degree. He later appeared in "Goodfellas" and hosted SiriusXM's "The Wise Guy" show.
- Reflecting his diverse career, Pastore appeared on reality shows including "Dancing With the Stars" and "Celebrity Family Feud" during the 2000s. He is survived by his daughter, Renee.
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US actor Vincent Pastore died at the age of 80. According to media reports, the actor known from the cult series "The Sopranos" was found dead in his home. Pastores' agent, Robert Attermann, confirmed to the news agency AFP on Saturday that pastore died. According to the drama legend, media reports have been found dead in his own home in New York. Prior to that, pastors have not reported to friends, family and his manager for several days. Accor…
American actor Vincent Pastore, known worldwide for playing Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the series The Sopranos, died at age 80. He was found dead this Saturday (1st) at his home in the City Island neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. The circumstances of his death are being investigated by authorities, and the cause has not yet been released. 'Ted Lasso' and 'One Hundred Years of Solitude': streaming premieres in the week of 8/2 to 8/…
Veteran American actor Vincent Pastore, best known for portraying tough guys, thugs and mobsters, has died at the age of 80. He was best known for his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on the cult series The Sopranos.
His body was found lifeless this Saturday at his City Island residence in the Bronx, New York.
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