Vincent Pastore, the American actor best known for his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in HBO’s *The Sopranos*, has died at the age of 80. He was found dead at his home in New York on Saturday, according to Deadline. The cause of death is currently under investigation and has not yet been released. Pastore appeared in several films alongside his television work, including *Goodfellas* and *Donnie Brasco*. He frequently portrayed mobsters and hardened criminals throughout his career. His performance as “Big Pussy” in *The Sopranos* earned him widespread recognition and remains a memorable part of the acclaimed series. He is survived by his wife and daughter.