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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American actor Vincent Pastore, widely known for playing Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on the series The Sopranos, has died at the age of 80. The news was confirmed by his representative, Robert Attermann, who reported the death without offering details about the circumstances.
Beloved Hollywood “mobster” dead at 80 – The Horn News
Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for portraying Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on “The Sopranos,” has died. He was 80. Bob McGowan, who managed Pastore since his run on “The Sopranos,” told The Associated Press that he learned of his death Saturday from another client and actor on the show, Vincent Curatola. He said Pastore was found in his home on New York’s City Island after not being h…
‘Sopranos’ legend Vincent Pastore dies at 80
Aug. 2 (UPI) — The Sopranos and Goodfellas legend Vincent Pastore has died at his home in the Bronx, New York, at the age of 80. The Vietnam War veteran’s representatives confirmed the sad news to TMZ, People.com and E! News on Saturday. The cause of his death is currently unknown. “Vinny was one of the kindest, most generous people I have ever known,” his manager Robert Altman told People.com. “He treated everyone with warmth and respect, never…
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