'Sopranos' star Vincent Pastore, known as 'Big Pussy,' dies at 80
Veteran actor Vincent Pastore, famous for his portrayal of mobster Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero in The Sopranos, has passed away at 80. Colleagues and representatives have paid tribute to his kindness and dedication to his craft.
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The death of a prominent actor from a culturally significant show like The Sopranos marks the loss of a notable figure in modern pop culture history.
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NEW YORK (AP) — 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 heard from for a few days.
McGowan said he had 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.”
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