'Sopranos' actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dead at 80
Veteran actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, has died at age 80. He was found in his home on New York's City Island after a career spanning decades in film and television.
Why it matters
Pastore was a recognizable figure in prestige television and cinema, particularly for his contributions to the mobster genre.
NEW YORK — Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on "The Sopranos," has died. He was 80.
Bob McGowan, who had 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.
Pop Culture Happy Hour Looking back at 'The Sopranos,' the godfather of prestige TV He said that he had been found in his home on New York's City Island after not being heard from for a few days.
McGowan said he'd been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job.
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