Vincent Pastore, 'Big Pussy' on The Sopranos, Dies at 80

Vincent Pastore, an esteemed actor celebrated for his roles as tough characters and mobsters, has died at the age of 80. He gained fame for his portrayal of Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the acclaimed HBO series The Sopranos. His passing was confirmed by his longtime manager, Bob McGowan, who received the news on Saturday from fellow Sopranos actor Vincent Curatola. Pastore was discovered in his residence on New York's City Island after several days of silence. McGowan, who had been attempting to contact him regarding a job opportunity, remembered Pastore as "the most loyal client" and a generous individual who "always gave to charity." His film career began in the 1980s, featuring significant roles in notable films like Goodfellas and Awakenings, both released in 1990.