The star of "The Sopranos" dies

2022-07-09 09:23:24Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

The star of "The Sopranos" dies

The Sopranos actor Tony Sirico has died aged 79. The sad news was given by his family, who announced that Tnoy Sirico passed away on Friday morning. The actor appeared in all six seasons of The Sopranos, alongside James Gandolfini and Edie Falco.

Sirico also starred in other gangster movies and shows, including Lilyhammer, A Bronx Tale and Goodfellas. His brother Robert Sirico thanked fans for their condolences and asked for privacy following the news.

"With great sadness, but with incredible pride, love and many beautiful memories, the family of Gennaro Anthony 'Tony' Sirico wishes to inform you of his death on the morning of July 8, 2022," the statement said.

Sirico is survived by his two children, Joanne Sirico Bello and Richard Sirico, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews and many other relatives.

Tony Sirico was born on July 29, 1942 in New York and before he got into acting and took part in some of the most watched movies of the time, he was convicted of several crimes and arrested more than 20 times. It was his past that influenced his acting career and made him known for portraying unpleasant characters in films.


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