Sopranos Actor Tony Sirico Dies at 79
American actor Tony Sirico, best known for his role as a mafia henchman on the The Sopranos, has died at the age of 79.
His convincing protrayal of Paulie “Walnuts” Gualtieri, a fictional mobster playing a key role in an organised crime ring in the US state of New Jersey earned him place in the heart of fans all over th world.
Co-star Michael Imperioli, who played Christopher Moltisanti, led tributes to him.
“Tony was like no one else: he was as tough, as loyal and as big hearted as anyone I’ve ever known,” he said.
Imperioli wrote on Instagram that the two actors “found a groove as Christopher and Paulie”.
“I am proud to say I did a lot of my best and most fun work with my dear pal Tony. I will miss him forever. He is truly irreplaceable.”
Source: BBC
