Obituary of Nicholas Colasanto

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Nicholas Colasanto

Nicholas Colasanto (born January 19th, 1924 in Providence, Rhode Island) was a TV Actor who was best known for playing "Coach" Ernie Pantusso in the American TV sitcom "Cheers". Nicholas died on February 12, 1985 and his death was because of a heart ailment. He was 61 years old when he croaked.

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Nicholas Colasanto Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Colasanto, Nicholas
    • Common Name: Nicholas Colasanto
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Providence, Rhode Island, United States
    • Birth Date: January 19, 1924
    • Age: 61 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Coach, Nicky, Nick
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Sidney Poitier

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Death Notice:

  • Date: February 12 1985 at age 61
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart attack

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TV ActorAmerican Born on January 19th Born in 1924 Born in Rhode Island Died in 1985 Died at age 61 Died from Heart attack

Quotable Quotes:

"A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on."

"Everything great was accomplished by fools who dreamed."

"People are sheep. TV is the shepherd."

"Nicholas Colasanto was a professional soccer player who played for Italy national team and Chelsea F.C. He was killed in a car accident on November 17, 2013. (V)"

"Nicholas Colasanto's life was a shining example of dedication, talent, and passion that will forever be remembered and celebrated. (V)"

"Nicholas Colasanto was a successful American actor and director, best known for his role as Coach Ernie Pantusso on the hit TV show "Cheers." Tragically, his career was cut short due to health issues. (V)"

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