Vincent Pastore, 'Sopranos' Actor, Passes Away at 80
WHO:
TMZ - Vincent Pastore's longtime friend, Stephen Villano, found him dead in his Bronx residence.
NBC News - A representative confirmed that Vincent Pastore has died.
ABC News - Bob McGowan stated he had been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job before learning of his death.
ABC News - Michael Imperioli described Pastore as "a kind-hearted brother who cared deeply about his family and friends."
NY Post - Vincent Pastore was found dead by a neighbor.
ABC News - Bob McGowan stated that Pastore had not been heard from for a few days before his death.
ABC News - Pastore is survived by his daughter, Renee Pastore.
ABC News - Bob McGowan, who managed Pastore since his run on “The Sopranos,” confirmed he learned of Pastore's death from another client and actor on the show, Vincent Curatola.
ABC News - Michael Imperioli, a longtime friend and collaborator with Pastore, shared on Instagram that he will miss him always.
Collider - Vincent Pastore, actor known for his role in HBO's "The Sopranos"
Variety - Vincent Pastore, who played Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero
TMZ - Stephen Villano, longtime friend of Vincent Pastore
NY Post - A neighbor who found Pastore
WHAT:
TMZ - A funeral service for Vincent Pastore is planned for later this week in New Rochelle, New York, as per his wishes.
US Magazine - Police suspect Pastore died from natural causes.
TMZ - Pastore celebrated his 80th birthday with a custom cake and was surrounded by friends.
US Magazine - Police suspect Pastore died from natural causes.
Fox News - Jamie-Lynn Sigler, who played Meadow Soprano, sang the national anthem at a New York Mets game on the same day that Vincent Pastore passed away.
NY Post - Just weeks before his death, Vincent Pastore celebrated his milestone 80th birthday.
US Magazine - Police suspect Pastore died from natural causes.
ABC News - McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client" and noted he "always gave to charity."
ABC News - McGowan stated that he had been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job before learning of his death.
NBC News - A representative confirmed that Vincent Pastore has died.
Rolling Stone TV Movies - Pastore also appeared in "Goodfellas," "Carlito's Way," and "Made."
CBS News Entertainment - Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Collider - Vincent Pastore has died at the age of 80
Variety - Pastore was a key player on the first two seasons of "The Sopranos"
TMZ - Pastore was found dead in his Bronx residence
NY Post - The actor was found dead by a neighbor
WHERE:
TMZ - The funeral service for Vincent Pastore will take place in New Rochelle, New York.
ABC News - Pastore was found in his home on New York’s City Island.
US Magazine - Pastore was found dead in his City Island residence in the Bronx.
TMZ - Bronx residence of Vincent Pastore
NY Post - Bronx, New York
WHEN:
TMZ - The funeral service for Vincent Pastore is scheduled for later this week.
US Magazine - Pastore was found dead on Saturday, August 1.
Fox News - Jamie-Lynn Sigler sang the national anthem at a New York Mets game on the same day as Pastore's death.
US Magazine - Pastore was found dead on Saturday, August 1.
Fox News - The Mets game where Jamie-Lynn Sigler performed occurred on the same day as Pastore's death, which was reported as Saturday, August 1.
ABC News - Pastore was found dead on a Saturday.
TMZ - Pastore was found dead on a Saturday
WHY:
TMZ - The funeral service location was chosen because it is where the late actor wanted it to be held.
ABC News - McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client" and noted he "always gave to charity."
ABC News - McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client" and noted he "always gave to charity."
US Magazine - A representative confirmed that Vincent Pastore has died.
ABC News - McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client" who "always gave to charity" and was "the kind of guy who would help anybody."
Variety - Pastore helped deliver one of the mob drama's most iconic moments
HOW:
ABC News - McGowan confirmed he had been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job before learning of his death.
ABC News - McGowan confirmed he learned of Pastore's death from another client and actor on the show, Vincent Curatola.
TMZ - Pastore was confirmed dead by TMZ after being found by his friend.
ABC News - McGowan confirmed he had been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job before learning of his death.
Fox News - His manager Robert Attermann confirmed the news of Pastore's death.
TMZ - Pastore was confirmed dead by TMZ after being found by his friend
(UPDATED August 2, 2026 21:44 UTC)
Vincent Pastore has been found dead in his Bronx residence by his longtime friend, Stephen Villano. A funeral service is planned for later this week in New Rochelle, New York, as per Pastore's wishes. This location was specifically chosen because it was where the late actor wanted to be honored.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 20:04 UTC)
Vincent Pastore has died, as confirmed by a representative. Police suspect he passed away from natural causes, and he was found in his home on New York’s City Island. His agent described Pastore as "the most loyal client," noting his charitable contributions, and mentioned he had been trying to reach him about a possible job before learning of his death.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 17:51 UTC)
Michael Imperioli remembered Pastore as "a kind-hearted brother who cared deeply about his family and friends," while Bob McGowan shared that he had been trying to reach Pastore about a potential job before learning of his passing. Pastore had recently celebrated his 80th birthday with a custom cake surrounded by friends, and on the same day, Jamie-Lynn Sigler performed the national anthem at a New York Mets game. McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client," emphasizing his charitable nature, and he learned of Pastore's death from fellow actor Vincent Curatola.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 15:51 UTC)
Vincent Pastore was found dead in his City Island residence in the Bronx, with police suspecting he died from natural causes. A representative confirmed his passing, and TMZ reported that he was discovered by a neighbor. The tragic news emerged following the discovery on Saturday, August 1.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 14:23 UTC)
Jamie-Lynn Sigler, known for her role as Meadow Soprano, performed the national anthem at a New York Mets game on the same day that Vincent Pastore passed away. The game took place on Saturday, August 1, marking a poignant moment for fans of both the actress and the late actor. Sigler's tribute resonated deeply with the audience, reflecting the impact of Pastore's legacy.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 09:51 UTC)
Vincent Pastore recently celebrated his milestone 80th birthday just weeks before his passing. Authorities believe he died from natural causes. The news has been reported by various outlets, including the NY Post and US Magazine.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 07:26 UTC)
Bob McGowan reported that Pastore had not been heard from for several days before he was found dead on a Saturday. McGowan described Pastore as "the most loyal client" who always gave to charity, and he had been trying to reach him about a possible job prior to learning of his passing. Pastore is survived by his daughter, Renee Pastore.
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 04:23 UTC)
Bob McGowan, who managed Tony Sirico, confirmed he learned of the actor's death from Vincent Curatola, another client and actor from "The Sopranos." Michael Imperioli, a longtime friend and collaborator, expressed his sorrow on Instagram, stating he will miss Sirico always. McGowan remembered Sirico as "the most loyal client," someone who "always gave to charity" and was "the kind of guy who would help anybody."
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(UPDATED August 2, 2026 00:12 UTC)
Vincent Pastore has died, according to a confirmation from a representative. He was well-known for his roles in iconic films such as "Goodfellas," "Carlito's Way," and "Made." Pastore's contributions to film and television have left a lasting impact on the industry.
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(UPDATED August 1, 2026 23:11 UTC)
Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," has passed away. His manager, Robert Attermann, confirmed the news. Pastore's iconic performance on the show, which aired from 1999 to 2007, left a lasting impact on fans and the television landscape.
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(UPDATED August 1, 2026 22:14 UTC)
Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero in HBO's "The Sopranos," has died at the age of 80. He was found dead in his Bronx residence by a neighbor, with confirmation of his passing coming from TMZ shortly thereafter. Pastore was a key player in the first two seasons of "The Sopranos," contributing to some of the show's most iconic moments.