Veteran American actor Vincent Pastore has died at the age of 80. He was widely recognized for portraying mafia and gangster characters throughout his career. Pastore gained significant fame for his role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiera in the acclaimed HBO series *The Sopranos*. The Associated Press reported his passing, marking the loss of a familiar face to television audiences. He often embodied the archetype of a classic mobster on screen. Pastore’s portrayal of “Big Pussy” became iconic during the show's six-season run. His death brings an end to a career spanning decades in film and television.