Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in "The Sopranos," dies at 80
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Key Points:
- Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on "The Sopranos," has died at the age of 80, according to his manager and authorities.
- Pastore was found dead in his Bronx home with no signs of criminal activity, and his manager Robert Attermann highlighted his long career and personal qualities.
- Born in the Bronx in 1946, Pastore served in the Vietnam War, graduated from Pace University with a drama degree, and appeared in notable films such as "Goodfellas" and "Carlito's Way."
- Besides "The Sopranos," Pastore had numerous television roles, including appearances on "Law & Order," "Blue Bloods," and "Yellowjackets," and was recently a series regular on "Gravesend" in 2022.
- He and his "Sopranos" castmates won a Screen Actors Guild Award in 2000, and his manager praised him for his passion, mentorship, and generosity throughout his career.
