{"id":25345,"date":"2026-08-02T17:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-02T12:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=25345"},"modified":"2026-08-02T17:00:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T12:00:27","slug":"sopranos-cast-mourn-death-of-co-star-vincent-pastore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=25345","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Sopranos&#8217; cast mourn death of co-star Vincent Pastore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pagesix.com\/wp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F3%2F2026%2F08%2F136217868.jpg?quality%3D90%26strip%3Dall\" \/><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The \u201cSopranos\u201d cast is mourning the loss of one of their own.<\/p>\n<p>Shortly after news broke that Vincent Pastore, who played Salvatore \u201cBig Pussy\u201d Bonpensiero on HBO\u2019s \u201cThe Sopranos,\u201d had <a href=\"https:\/\/pagesix.com\/2026\/08\/01\/celebrity-news\/sopranos-star-vincent-pastore-dead-at-80\/\">died<\/a>, his co-stars began paying tribute to him.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement to Page Six, Edie Falco said, \u201cIt\u2019s an awful loss. So unexpected.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The actress, who played Carmela Soprano on the series, added, \u201cVinnie was always so full of life.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Vincent Pastore (seen here in January 2024) was honored with tributes by his \u201cSopranos\u201d castmates following news of his death at the age of 80. <span class=\"credit\">WireImage<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Edie Falco (pictured here second from the left alongside Pastore, Katherine Narducci and Jamie-Lynn Sigler in November 2005) called his death \u201can awful loss\u201d and \u201cso unexpected,\u201d noting he was \u201calways so full of life.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">FilmMagic<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module aligncenter wp-block-nypost-editor-primary-tag\">\n<\/aside>\n<p>Michael Imperioli, who played Christopher Moltisanti on \u201cThe Sopranos,\u201d called Pastore a \u201cbeloved friend and collaborator\u201d in a heartfelt Instagram post.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is a hard one for us, it seems like I\u2019ve known Vinny forever,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe did lots of work together and traveled all over the USA as well as Italy and Australia. Lots of good times. Lots of laughs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Imperioli concluded his tribute by noting that Pastore \u201cwas a kind hearted brother who cared deeply about his family and friends,\u201d noting, \u201cI will miss him always.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In a post shared to her Instagram Stories, Lorraine Bracco wrote, \u201cSuch a funny &amp; charming man\u2026just a beautiful soul.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Michael Imperioli (seen here with Pastore in September 2004) called him a \u201cbeloved friend and collaborator\u201d as well as \u201ca kind hearted brother who cared deeply about his family and friends.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">FilmMagic<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Lorraine Bracco called Pastore \u201csuch a funny &amp; charming man\u2026just a beautiful soul\u201d in a post shared to her Instagram Story (pictured above). <span class=\"credit\">Lorraine Bracco\/Instagram<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Bracco (seen here with Pastore in February 2012) called her castmate\u2019s death \u201cabsolutely heartbreaking.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">Jason Kempin<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The actress, who played Jennifer Melfi on the hit show, called Pastore\u2019s death \u201cabsolutely heartbreaking \ud83d\udc94.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Dominic Chianese, who played Corrado \u201cJunior\u201d Soprano, wrote in an Instagram post, \u201cWe lost a friend today.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPaying respect and sending Love in tribute,\u201d he continued. \u201cYou were a gem Vinnie\ud83e\udd0d.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Page Six confirmed Pastore\u2019s death at the age of 80 on Saturday, with sources telling us he was found dead by a neighbor in his home on City Island in the Bronx.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Dominic Chianese (pictured here with Pastore in April 1999) called his former co-star \u201ca gem.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Sources told Page Six Saturday that Pastore was found dead by a neighbor in his home on City Island in the Bronx. <span class=\"credit\">\/ SplashNews.com<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"single__inline-module inline-module inline-module--newsletter aligncenter inline-module--nypostbusinessunit aligncenter wp-block-nypost-editor-newsletter\" data-source-unit=\"Inline Newsletter Module Page Six Daily\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__inner\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__title-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__unsubmitted-title-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"inline-module__title headline headline--combo-sm-md\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWant more celebrity and pop culture news?\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p class=\"inline-module__cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStart your day with Page Six Daily.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><h3 class=\"inline-module__title headline headline--combo-sm-md\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThanks for signing up!\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Police sources told Page Six the actor had died of natural causes.<\/p>\n<p>In a heartfelt statement to Page Six, Pastore\u2019s longtime manager, Robert Attermann, mourned his death in a lengthy statement.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI had the privilege of representing Vinny for more than 30 years, long before \u2018The Sopranos\u2019 made him a household name,\u201d Attermann said. \u201cTo the world, he will always be remembered as the unforgettable \u2018Big Pussy,\u2019 but to those of us who knew him, he was so much more.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Attermann called Pastore \u201cone of the kindest, most generous people [he\u2019d] ever known,\u201d noting that he \u201ctreated everyone with warmth and respect, never turning down a fan who wanted a photograph or an autograph.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe loved being an actor. He was passionate about his craft and was always encouraging, respectful, and generous with young actors, taking the time to offer guidance and support whenever he could,\u201d he continued, calling Pastore\u2019s loss \u201cdeeply personal\u201d for him.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Police sources told us that Pastore (seen here on \u201cThe Sopranos\u201d with Chianese, Tony Sirico, Steve Van Zandt and James Gandolfini) died of natural causes. <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Pastore (seen here fourth from the left in the back row among his \u201cSopranos\u201d castmates) was remembered by his longtime manager, Robert Attermann, in a heartfelt statement to Page Six, calling the actor an \u201cincredible person.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">WireImage<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Attermann said he\u2019ll remember Pastore not just for his \u201cremarkable career but also the incredible person he was.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI will miss his friendship, his loyalty, his humor, and his heart,\u201d he wrote, offering his condolences to Pastore\u2019s family, friends, colleagues and \u201ccountless fans whose lives he touched.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He noted that the actor \u201cleaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond his memorable performances\u201d and that he\u2019ll \u201cbe greatly missed and never forgotten.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Pastore starred on \u201cThe Sopranos\u201d for the iconic show\u2019s first two seasons. He returned for a recurring role in Season 3 and returned in a guest capacity for the final two seasons.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Sopranos,\u201d largely regarded as one of the greatest dramas of all time, aired for six seasons between 1999 and 2007, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards throughout its run.<\/p>\n<p>Pastore joins the growing list of \u201cSopranos\u201d cast members who have died over the years, including <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2013\/06\/20\/sopranos-star-james-gandolfini-dead-of-heart-attack-in-italy-at-51\/\">James Gandolfini<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2000\/06\/20\/sopranos-mom-loses-her-fight-for-life\/\">Nancy Marchand<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pagesix.com\/2025\/08\/24\/celebrity-news\/sopranos-star-jerry-adler-dead-at-96\/\">Jerry Adler<\/a> \u2014 to name a few.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The \u201cSopranos\u201d cast is mourning the loss of one of their own. 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