Sopranos and Goodfellas actor Vincent Pastore dead at 80
Actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero on the HBO series The Sopranos, has died at the age of 80. He was found at his home in New York after a career that included notable roles in Goodfellas and Awakenings.
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Pastore was a recognizable figure in American television and film, particularly for his contribution to the 'Golden Age' of prestige cable drama.
Bob McGowan, who had managed Pastore since his run on The Sopranos , told The Associated Press that he learned of his death on Saturday from another client and actor on the show, Vincent Curatola.
He said that Pastore 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.
"He was the most loyal client and he always gave to charity," McGowan said, "and he was the kind of guy who would help anybody, which is rare in my business."
Michael Imperioli, a longtime friend and collaborator with Pastore, said on Instagram that it seemed as though he had known "Vinny" forever.
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