Tony Lo Bianco, the celebrated actor known for his roles in “The French Connection” and “The Honeymoon Killers,” has passed away at the age of 87. He died on June 11 at his horse farm in Poolesville, Maryland, with his wife, Alyse, by his side, after battling prostate cancer.
Born in Brooklyn on October 19, 1936, Lo Bianco was the son of Sicilian immigrants. He began his career as an amateur Golden Gloves boxer before transitioning to acting, founding the Triangle Theatre in 1963. His breakthrough came with his role as Sal Boca in “The French Connection” (1971), a performance that remains iconic in the crime film genre.
Lo Bianco’s stage career was equally distinguished. He earned a Tony Award nomination and an Obie Award for his dynamic performances. Frank Rich of The New York Times lauded his portrayal in “A View From the Bridge,” calling it a “tumultuous star performance.”
Throughout his six-decade career, Lo Bianco brought a gritty realism to his roles, drawing from his Brooklyn roots. He continued to act until his final film appearance in Ray Romano’s “Somewhere in Queens” (2022). His legacy endures through his powerful and authentic performances.
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