Burt Young cause of death: 'Paulie' from"Rocky"franchise goneat 83
Young was an Oscar-nominated actor, boxer, veteran U.S. Marine, and an acclaimed painter
ther social media users also expressed their condolensces in the comment section of Sylvester's post, with one typing, 'So sorry to hear this. A truly exceptional actor!! #RIP #Paulie.'
Another fan wrote, 'Rest in peace, Pauly. May his memory be eternal,' and one added, 'Rest in peace, Burt Young... He was a great man, this is so sad...'
Burt starred in various projects, but jumped to fame when he played the character of Paulie Pennino, the brother of Adrian (played by Talia Shire), in six of the Rocky movies.
For his performance in Rocky (1976), Young received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. The award ended up going to Jason Robards for his role in All The President's Men.
While talking to Theater Mania to promote his role in the stage production of The Last Vig in 2017, Burt opened up about getting his iconic role in the Rocky franchise.
'Sylvester comes to me. He introduces himself. "You gotta do this part." I said, "I'm gonna do it," and he lit up like a pumpkin,' he recalled.
The actor continued, 'We've been very close ever since. He's a friendly guy, Sylvester. Very intelligent, very quick.'
In regards to still working after decades in the industry, he commented on his age, humorously stating, 'All I have to do is look in the mirror. My name is Young, Burt Young. I'm eternally young.'
Burt Young's remarkable career
With a career spanning over 160 TV and film credits, Burt Young was known for his exceptional acting skills that could make you laugh, cry, and even send shivers down your spine.
He brought depth and authenticity to the characters he portrayed, making them unforgettable to audiences worldwide.
One of his career-defining moments came in 1977 when he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in "Rocky."
His exceptional acting skills were on full display as he breathed life into the character of Paulie Pennino, Rocky's loyal butcher friend and the brother of Adrian, his future wife, played by Talia Shire.
Young's unconventional path to Hollywood
Burt Young's path to stardom was as unique as the characters he portrayed on the screen.
Born in Queens on April 30, 1940, Young's early life saw him serving in the U.S. Marines before he even turned 16, underlining his determination and tenacity.
He started his career as a boxer, boasting an impressive record of 32 wins in 34 fights during his time in Okinawa.
After leaving the Marines, Burt Young took on various jobs, including carpet cleaner, salesman, and installer.
His journey into the world of acting was the result of chasing a girl who expressed a desire to study with Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio.
It was there that Young found his mentor, who recognized his tremendous potential and the emotional depth he could bring to his roles.
Throughout his career, Burt Young made an indelible mark in Hollywood with appearances in renowned films like Roman Polanski's "Chinatown" and Sergio Leone's "Once Upon a Time in America."
He also graced television screens with his talent, featuring in popular shows like MASH, Walker, Texas Ranger, and Law & Order.
In addition to his acting prowess, Burt Young was a gifted painter, and his artwork was displayed in galleries across Florida and New Jersey.
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