‘Sopranos’ Star Charley Scalies Dead at 84
Remembering Charley Scalies: The Horseface Actor from ‘The Wire’ and ‘The Sopranos’
A Tribute to a Talented Character Actor
Charley Scalies Passes Away at 84
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Charley Scalies — a character actor known for his roles on “The Wire” and “The Sopranos” — has passed away. According to reports, he was 84 years old.
The Hollywood Reporter confirms the news, with Charley’s daughter, Anne Marie Scalies, revealing that her father passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s at a nursing facility in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
Remembering Charley Scalies, known for his roles as Thomas ‘Horseface’ Pakusa on #TheWire and Coach Molinaro on #TheSopranos
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Charley Scalies began his acting career with minor roles in the mid-1990s, appearing in films like “Two Bits” and “12 Monkeys.”
His most notable role came in 2003 when he portrayed Thomas “Horseface” Pakusa in all 12 episodes of season 2 of “The Wire,” showcasing his talent for playing tough characters.
In 2004, Scalies made a memorable appearance on “The Sopranos” as Coach Molinaro, a character who appears in Tony’s dream and confronts him about his past.
His work also included roles in “Law & Order,” “Cold Case,” “Jersey Girl,” “Liberty Heights,” and “Condition Red.”
Charley Scalies is survived by his wife of 62 years, Angeline, his children Chuck, Angeline, Tony, Christa, and Anne Marie, as well as several grandchildren.
Charley Scalies will be remembered for his contributions to film and television. He was 84 years old.
Rest in Peace, Charley Scalies.
