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Vincent Pastore, The Sopranos Actor, Dies at 80

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Actor Vincent Pastore, widely recognized for his role as Salvatore ‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero in the acclaimed series The Sopranos, has passed away at the age of 80. Pastore also had notable roles in films such as Goodfellas and Awakenings. His manager confirmed his death, stating that Pastore was found at his home after not being heard from for several days. AI

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Vincent Pastore, The Sopranos Actor, Dies at 80

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Sopranos actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dies at 80

    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 Associated Press that he learned of…

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