Tony Sirico
Biography
Gennaro Anthony Sirico, Jr., known professionally as Tony Sirico, was an American character actor. He was born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, on July 29, 1942. During his career, he amassed 75 known acting credits in movies and television shows. He was most famous for his role as Paulie Gualtieri in the television series The Sopranos. He is also known for his work in films including The Godfather: A Novel for Television, The Godfather Part II, and Goodfellas. Sirico passed away on July 8, 2022, at the age of 79.
Career overview
Gennaro Anthony Sirico, Jr., known professionally as Tony Sirico, was an American character actor. He was born on July 29, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York City, New York. Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, he accumulated seventy-five known acting credits in movies and television shows.
Sirico became famous for his role as Paulie Gualtieri in the television series The Sopranos. In addition to his television work, he was known for his appearances in films such as The Godfather: A Novel for Television, The Godfather Part II, and Goodfellas. His acting career spanned decades, establishing him as a recognizable character actor in both film and television projects.
Sirico passed away on July 8, 2022, at the age of seventy-nine. His extensive filmography and notable television work left a lasting footprint in American entertainment, particularly through his association with prominent crime dramas and mafia-themed productions.
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- Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Respect the Jux (2022) as Bobby
- If I Go Will They Miss Me (2022)
- Sarah Q (2018) as Mr. Danny
- Wonder Wheel (2017) as Angelo
- Café Society (2016) as Vito
- The Grinder (2015) as Sebastian
- Friends and Romans (2014) as Bobby Musso
- Zarra's Law (2014) as Tony Zarra
- Nicky Deuce (2013) as Charlie Cement
- James Gandolfini: Tribute to a Friend (2013) as Self
- Lilyhammer (2012) as Tony Tagliano
- Jersey Shore Shark Attack (2012) as Captain Salie
- Karma Calling (2009) as G.
- Mayne Street (2008) as Tony Sirico
- A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa (2008) as Mobster
- The Sno Cone Stand Inc (2008) as Bob Beasley
- Chuck (2007) as Matty
- Elmo's Christmas Countdown (2007) as Self
- The 50 Greatest Television Dramas (2007) as Self
- HBO: The Making of 'The Sopranos: Road to Respect' (2006)
- American Dad! (2005) as Mobster (voice)
- American Dad! (2005) as Enzo Perotti (voice)
- Medium (2005) as Tony
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self - Guest
- Turn of Faith (2002) as Jimmy
- The Fairly OddParents (2001) as Big Daddy (voice)
- Smokin' Stogies (2001) as Tony Batts
- It Had to Be You (2000) as Ricky Valentino
- Family Guy (1999) as Vinny (voice)
- Family Guy (1999) as Tony Sirico
- The Sopranos (1999) as Paulie Gualtieri
- Mickey Blue Eyes (1999) as First Risolli Man
- Hollywood Squares (1998) as Self - Panelist
- Celebrity (1998) as Lou DeMarco
- Witness to the Mob (1998) as Tommy Gambino
- Money Kings (1998) as Locasso
- Mob Queen (1998) as Joey "The Heart" Aorta
- Deconstructing Harry (1997) as Policeman at Jail
- Cop Land (1997) as Toy Torillo
- The Deli (1997) as Tony
- Everyone Says I Love You (1996) as Escaped Convict
- Gotti (1996) as Joe Dimiglia
- Mighty Aphrodite (1995) as Boxing Trainer
- Dead Presidents (1995) as Officer Spinelli
- Dearly Beloved (1995) as Mr. Bedutz
- Melissa (1995) as Jack
- Bullets Over Broadway (1994) as Rocco
- The Search for One-eye Jimmy (1994) as Snake
- Men Lie (1994) as Porno Witness
- Romeo Is Bleeding (1993) as Malacci
- New York Undercover Cop (1993) as Mr. C
- Innocent Blood (1992) as Jacko
- In the Shadow of a Killer (1992) as Tony Andretti
- 29th Street (1991) as Chink Fortunado
- GoodFellas (1990) as Tony Stacks
- Catchfire (1990) as Greek
- The Big Bang (1990) as The Gangster
- Perfect Witness (1989) as Marco
- Cookie (1989) as Carmine's Wiseguy
- Hello Again (1987) as Tough Guy
- The Pick-up Artist (1987) as Patsy Cabaluso
- Miami Vice (1984) as Frank Romano
- Exposed (1983) as Record Store Thief
- The Last Fight (1983) as Frankie
- Police Squad! (1982) as Poker Player
- Love & Money (1981) as Raoul (as Anthony Sirico)
- So Fine (1981) as Associate of Mr. Eddie
- Defiance (1980) as Davey
- Hoodlums (1980) as Gus' Driver
- Smokey and the Hotwire Gang (1979) as Pete
- Fingers (1978) as Riccamonza
- The One Man Jury (1978) as Charlie Nuts
- Hughes and Harlow: Angels in Hell (1978) as Frankie Rio
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Rosato Brothers Hood (uncredited)
- Crazy Joe (1974) as (uncredited)
- Kojak (1973) as Greek God