Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Voice actor, Film director, Actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English, Italian
Children
3 children: Michael Sorvino, Mira Sorvino
Education
Lafayette High School, American Musical and Dramatic Academy, William Esper Studio
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Popularity
Tier B -- 56,400 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 52 years (1971-2023)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 31
Year context
Born in 1939 -- World War II begins as Germany invades Poland; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (1)
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Ellis Island Medal of Honor
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Biography
Paul Anthony Sorvino (April 13, 1939 – July 25, 2022) was a European-American businessman, entrepreneur, actor, opera singer, writer, and sculptor. He often portrayed authority figures on both sides of the law and was known for his roles as Paulie Cicero (based on Paul Vario) in the 1990 gangster film Goodfellas, and NYPD Sergeant Phil Cerreta on the TV series Law & Order. He took on supporting roles in A Touch of Class, Reds, The Rocketeer, Nixon, and Romeo + Juliet. He was the father of actors Mira Sorvino and Michael Sorvino.
Connections (4)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Paul Sorvino?
Paul Sorvino was born on and passed away on at the age of 83.
Where was Paul Sorvino born?
Paul Sorvino was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Paul Sorvino been in?
Paul Sorvino has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Pursued (2023), Price for Freedom (2017), The Bandit Hound (2016), Kidnapped in Romania (2016), Cold Deck (2015).
What is Paul Sorvino known for?
Paul Sorvino is primarily known as an actor. Paul Anthony Sorvino (April 13, 1939 – July 25, 2022) was a European-American businessman, entrepreneur, actor, opera singer, writer, and sculptor. He often portrayed authority…
Where can I find more information about Paul Sorvino?
You can find more about Paul Sorvino on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
