Danny Aiello, the Oscar-nominated character actor who featured in 'Do the Right Thing' and 'Moonstruck,' has died at the age of 86
Aiello’s literary agent Jennifer De Chiara confirmed tothat Aiello died Thursday night; Aiello’s family said in a statement that he died following a brief illness.
“Danny was a rare talent who overcame incredible odds to become one of our greatest actors,” De Chiara said. “He also was a wonderful person with a huge heart. The world loved Danny, and he loved them right back. He will be missed.”
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