Genaro Anthony Sirico Jr. (/sɪˈriːkoʊ/; July 29, 1942 – July 8, 2022)[2] was an American actor known for his portrayal of Paulie Gualtieri in The Sopranos.
Born in Brooklyn, New York City, to an Italian-American family, Sirico had a tumultuous early life marked by multiple arrests and periods of imprisonment for crimes including robbery, assault, and extortion. His interest in acting was sparked during a prison sentence, following a visit by an acting troupe of ex-convicts. Sirico's acting career began with minor roles in films such as Crazy Joe and eventually led to significant roles in movies including Goodfellas and Mighty Aphrodite, as well as appearances in 6 other Woody Allen films.
Aside from his film career, Sirico made notable contributions to television and animation, voicing characters in The Fairly OddParents and Family Guy. His role in The Sopranos earned him acclaim. Sirico's life off-screen was marked by his service in the United States Army, and his philanthropic efforts, including USO visits to Southwest Asia. He died in 2022, aged 79.
^"'Sopranos' actor Tony Sirico dies at 79". NPR. July 9, 2022. Retrieved July 26, 2022.
^"Tony Sirico Biography". The Biography Channel/A+E Networks. Archived from the original on May 22, 2012. Retrieved December 16, 2013.
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