John Capodice, a prolific television actor with roles in popular shows like 'Seinfeld,' 'Murder, She Wrote,' 'The West Wing,' and 'Moonlighting,' has died at the age of 81. His obituary describes him as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Capodice began his career in the late 1970s after serving in the US Army in Korea. He is best known for his recurring role as Carmine Cerullo on 'The Sopranos'.
The prolific TV star also appeared on " Seinfeld ," " Murder She Wrote ," "The West Wing," and "Moonlighting."in Northvale, N.J."John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to meet him," noted the obituary. No cause of death was disclosed.Born in Chicago, Ill., on Christmas Day in 1941, Capodice began his film and television career in the late '70s after returning home from the army.
Afterward, he landed his first role in the ABC soap opera, appearing in six episodes as Lloyd Lord. A string of film appearances followed, with Capodice filling small parts in 1987'sepisode, he notably played Vic, the owner of a laundromat who Kramer seeks revenge on when he mistakenly assumes Vic robbed him. Three years later, Capodice originated the role of Carmine Cerullo on, just in time to voice skepticism about his daughter's upcoming nuptials.
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