'The Sopranos' actor Tony Sirico - in pictures

Tony Sirico, who played Paulie Walnuts on the HBO series 'The Sopranos', has died. He was 79. AP
Born Gennaro Anthony Sirico, the actor died at an assisted living facility in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, said his manager, Bob McGowen. There was no immediate information on the cause of death. AP
Tony Sirico and James Gandolfini hold their awards for Best Ensemble in a Drama for their work in 'The Sopranos' at the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2008. AP
Michael Imperioli, left, and Tony Sirico attend HBO's 'The Sopranos' 20th anniversary at the SVA Theatre in 2019. AP
Bob McGowen, who represented Sirico for more than two decades, recalled him as 'loyal and giving', with a strong philanthropic streak. That included helping ex-soldiers’ causes, which hit home for the army veteran. Getty Images
Sirico was unconcerned about being cast in a string of bad guy roles, McGowen said. Reuters
From left, Tony Sirico, Steven Van Zandt, James Gandolfini, Michael Imperioli and Vincent Pastore in 'The Sopranos'. Photo: HBO
Michael Imperioli, James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico and Steven Van Zandt in ‘The Sopranos’. Photo: HBO