Danny Aiello, ‘Do the Right Thing’ and ‘Moonstruck’ Actor, Dies at 86

His other credits include “Once Upon a Time in America,” “2 Days in the Valley” and “The Godfather Part II”

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Danny Aiello, who starred in “Moonstruck,” “Do The Right Thing” and “The Godfather Part II,” died on Thursday,  a spokesperson for Aiello confirmed to TheWrap. He was 86.

In a statement to TheWrap, the family said, “it is with profound sorrow to report that Danny Aiello, beloved husband, father, grandfather, actor and musician passed away last night after a brief illness. The family asks for privacy at this time. Service arrangements will be announced at a later date.”

Aiello’s other credits include “The Front” (1976), “Once Upon a Time in America” (1984), “The Purple Rose of Cairo” (1985), “Radio Days” (1987), “Harlem Nights” (1989) and “2 Days in the Valley” (1996).

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