# Vincent Pastore death and funeral > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vincent-pastore-death > Updated: 2026-08-07T05:30:00.000Z. Sources: 255. Developments: 3. Vincent Pastore, 80, best known for Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on *The Sopranos*, was found dead in his Bronx home on August 1, 2026. Neighbours discovered him after three days without contact; authorities said no foul play and that a medical examiner’s investigation was not required. His four‑decade career included roles in *Goodfellas*, *Carlito’s Way*, *Law & Order* and a final appearance in a 2025 episode of *Yellowjackets*, and he led a local rock band, Big Pussy’s Gangster Squad. Tributes from co‑stars and friends highlighted his kindness. A private service was held on August 7 at Lloyd Maxcy & Sons Beauchamp Chapel in New Rochelle, followed by a public funeral at the Church of the Holy Family. About 150 mourners, including former co‑stars Steven Van Zandt, Maureen Van Zandt, Kathrine Narducci, Michael Rispoli, Al Sapienza and Chazz Palminteri, gathered. Van Zandt served as a pallbearer, and Pastore’s daughter Renee delivered an emotional speech. The closed casket was draped with a U.S. flag in recognition of his Vietnam‑War service in the U.S. Navy. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-07: Vincent Pastore honored at New Rochelle funeral Vincent Pastore, famed for his role on The Sopranos, was memorialized in New Rochelle with a funeral attended by co‑stars and his daughter, honoring his career and Navy service. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vincent-pastore-honored-at-new-rochelle-funeral ### 2026-08-04: Actor Vincent Pastore, famed as ‘Big Pussy’ on The Sopranos, dies at 80 Vincent Pastore, known for his role as “Big Pussy” on The Sopranos, died at 80 in the Bronx; he also led a rock band called Big Pussy’s Gangster Squad. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/actor-vincent-pastore-famed-as-big-pussy-on-the-sopranos-dies-at-80 ### 2026-08-01: Vincent Pastore, ‘Big Pussy’ of The Sopranos, dies at 80 Vincent Pastore, famed as “Big Pussy” on The Sopranos, died at 80 in his Bronx home on Aug 1, 2026; cause under investigation, no foul play reported. 251 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/actor-vincent-pastore-famed-for-the-sopranos-dies-at-80 --- Cite as: Vincent Pastore death and funeral. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/vincent-pastore-death