Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in "The Sopranos," dies at 80 - CBS News
Actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as 'Big Pussy' on the hit HBO series 'The Sopranos,' has passed away at age 80. Authorities found him in his Bronx home with no signs of foul play.
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Pastore was a recognizable figure in American television and film, leaving a significant mark on pop culture through his iconic performance in one of the most influential dramas in history.
Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in "The Sopranos" television series, has died, his manager confirmed to CBS News. He was 80."I had the privilege of representing Vinny for more than 30 years, long before The Sopranos made him a household name," his manager Robert Attermann said in a statement. "To the world, he will always be remembered as the unforgettable 'Big Pussy,' but to those of us who knew him, he was so much more."Pastore was found dead inside his Bronx home Saturday afternoon, and there was no indication of criminality, according to authorities. Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007. Although his character was killed in season two after being revealed as an FBI informant, Pastore returned for several guest appearances in later seasons.Pastore was born in the Bronx on July 14, 1946.
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