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Goodfellas star Paul Sorvino dies, aged 83

Paul Sorvino attends Focus Features Hosts The After Party For "Mary Queen of Scots" at Tavern On The Green on December 4, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Paul Bruinooge/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
Paul Sorvino attends Focus Features Hosts The After Party For "Mary Queen of Scots" at Tavern On The Green on December 4, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Paul Bruinooge/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Goodfellas star Paul Sorvino has died at the age of 83, his publicist has confirmed to the PA news agency.

The actor played Paul Cicero in the classic 1990 crime film alongside Robert De Niro and Ray Liotta, as well as playing Sergeant Phil Cerreta in the TV series Law & Order.

Sorvino died on Monday with his wife Dee Dee Sorvino by his side.

A statement released by Sorvino's publicist Roger Neal on behalf of his wife said: "Our hearts are broken, there will never be another Paul Sorvino, he was the love of my life, and one of the greatest performers to ever grace the screen and stage."

The actor's daughter Mira has described him as the "most wonderful father" in a tribute following the announcement of his death.

The US actress wrote on Twitter: "My father the great Paul Sorvino has passed.

"My heart is rent asunder, a life of love and joy and wisdom with him is over.

"He was the most wonderful father.

"I love him so much.

"I'm sending you love in the stars dad as you ascend."

Source: Press Association

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