Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor known for playing mobsters and tough characters, has died at age 80. He was best known for portraying Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on HBO’s “The Sopranos,” appearing in the series from its start in 1999 through its run ending in 2007, according to multiple outlets. Several reports note that he appeared prominently in the early seasons and became one of the show’s most memorable supporting figures.

Deadline and Fox News report that Pastore was found at his home in the Bronx after he had not been heard from for several days; Deadline says a neighbor discovered he had not been heard from for about three days and that he had been found dead. Hollywood Reporter adds background on his career, stating that he spent about two decades running nightclubs in the New York area before transitioning to acting in his early 40s. Other coverage mentions his later work in projects such as “Gotti,” as well as appearances on Broadway.

His manager, Bob McGowan, is cited by outlets in connection with confirming the death and describing his long association with Pastore.