Actor Tony Sirico, known for his song The Sopranos, dies at 79

Los Angeles (USA), July 8 (EFE). Actor Tony Sirico, known for his role as Peter Paul Gualtieri in the series “The Sopranos” (The Sopranos), died Friday at the age of 79, his brother W. Representative of the interpreter in two posts on social networks.

“It is with great sadness, but with great pride, love and fond memories, that the family of Gennaro Anthony “Tony” Sirico would like to inform you of his passing on the morning of July 8, 2022,” said Robert Sirico, the actor’s brother. Through his Facebook account.

In addition, Bob McGowan, a person who represented Sirico for 25 years, confirmed his death and described him as a “very loyal customer” who “always helped those who needed him”.

The cause of death is not yet known Tony Sirico (New York, 1942) who, according to his brother’s publication, will be buried in the Basilica of Regina Pacis (Brooklyn, New York, USA) next Wednesday, July 13.

“The family deeply appreciates the many expressions of love, prayers and condolences and asks the public to respect their privacy at this time of mourning,” added Robert Sirico.

Among other roles, Tony Sirico will be remembered for playing gangster Peter Paul Gualtieri, nicknamed “Paulie Walnuts”, in the legendary series “The Sopranos”.

One of the heroes of this production, Michael Imperioli, wanted to expel his partner and friend on Friday on his Instagram account, referring to him as a “strict, loyal and big-hearted” man.

Imperioli concluded: “I am proud to say that I have done so many of the best and most entertaining work with my dear friend Tony. I will miss him forever. He truly is irreplaceable.”

Sirico, of Italian descent, was born and raised in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of New York, which in the 1950s was closely associated with and controlled by the Colombo family’s criminality.

A childhood that would define his life and future as an actor on the small and big screen with productions about the Mafia.

In addition to The Sopranos, Sirico starred in the drama “Love and Money” (1982), Martin Scorsese’s historical film “Goodfellas” (1990), the comedy “Mob Queen” (1998) and the series “Lilyhammer” (2012). ) as well as the voice of Vinnie the dog in the famous series “Family Guy”. EFE

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