Obituary of Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano (born September 12th, 1951 in Hoboken, New Jersey) was a Film Actor who was known for many roles and his performance as Ralph Cifaretto on the American TV crime drama "The Sopranos" was one of the more notable. Joe died on January 28th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of an uncomfortable sickness. He was 74 years old at his death.

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Joe Pantoliano Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Pantoliano, Joe
Common Name: Joe Pantoliano
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Hoboken, New Jersey, United States
Birth Date: September 12, 1951
Age: 74
Also Known As: Joey Pants
Occupations:
- Film Actor
- TV Actor

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Ritz crackers
Favorite Color: Mint Green
Favorite Scent: Acqua di Parma Essenza
Favorite Actor: Julia Roberts

Joe's Family Tree

Birth Name: Joseph Peter Pantoliano
Father: Dominic
Mother: Mary Pantoliano (née Centrella)
Sister(s):

Mary Ann Pantoliano

Spouse/Partner:

Nancy Sheppard (married 18 February 1994-present)
Morgan Kester (married 31 March 1979-divorced 1985)

Son(s):

Marco Pantoliano (born 1981)
Bobby Pantoliano

Daughter(s):

Isabella Grace Pantoliano (born 27 August 1998)
Michelle Pantoliano (born May 29, 1974)
Melody Pantoliano (step-daughter)

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Film Actor TV Actor American Born on September 12th Born in 1951 Born in New Jersey

Quotable Quotes:

"My real fear playing Ralphie in The Sopranos was that I would be typescast. Luckily, like Jimmy Gandolfini, I was able to get plenty of other work - Bad Boys 2 and Daredevil in particular. But in a way, Ralphie encouraged me to do more, to ensure he didn't define me. That's why I did Frankie & Johnny on Broadway and, to be honest, it's why I took the role in The Handler - to show my fanbase that there's more to me that just that nutcase, Ralphie." (IMDB)

"You have to find a way to get in between the two before you die or your sandwich will have the meat on the outside."

"Joe Pantoliano is still missing auctions and investigations into his death are ongoing. (V)"

"Joe Pantoliano lived a full and remarkable life, leaving a legacy as a talented and versatile actor whose performances will continue to be cherished and celebrated. (V)"

"Joe Pantoliano lived a successful and eventful life, leaving behind a legacy of impactful performances in the entertainment industry. (V)"

Is Mr. Joe Pantoliano still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.