Pastore, who played Salvatore ‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero on the show, also appeared in films including Goodfellas and Awakenings, both in 1990.

Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on “The Sopranos,” has died.

After two decades running nightclubs around New York, he became an actor at age 42, stood out in 'Gotti,' got whacked by David Chase and appeared twice on Broadway.