The famous actor left his last breath today, Thursday, at the age of 67 Ray Liota.
According to reports in the American media, the famous protagonist died while sleeping, at his home in the Dominican Republic.
The news of his death shocked Hollywood and not only, as he had a very large fan club, while he had starred in many productions and great successes.
Ray Liotta, Newark, New Jersey, December 18, 1954 – May 26, 2022A graduate of the University of Miami School of Acting, Liota first distinguished himself by appearing in television series, such as the series “Intensive Care”, receiving an Emmy Award and a Prism. Subsequently, he engaged in cinema, receiving excellent reviews for his role in Jonathan Demi’s film “Wild Female” (1986). However, his performance in Martin Scorsese’s 1990 play “Goodfellas”, in which he played Henry Hill, was what brought him to the world’s attention.
He was an artist with a wide range of roles, both comic and dramatic. In 2004 he made his Broadway debut in the play “Match”, while at the same time, he was honored with the award of the 70th annual Drama League award. He was also nominated for a Screen Actors Award, after appearing as Frank Sinatra in the TV movie “The Rat Pack” (1998).
Liota was married to the also actress Michelle Grace from 1997 to 2004. He was engaged to Jesse Nitolo, and had a daughter from his marriage to Michelle Grace.
Indicative filmography:
– Killing Them Softly (2012)
– The Place Beyond the Pines (2012)
– The Iceman (2012)
– Crossing Over (2019)
– Smokin ‘Aces (2006)
– Identity (2003)
– Hannibal (2001)
– John Q (2001)
– Heartbreakers (2001)
– Blow (2000)
– Cop Land (1997)
– Unforgettable (1996)
– Unlawful Entry (1992)
– The Good Children (1990)
RIP Ray Liotta. One of the best performances and narrations in film history ❤️ pic.twitter.com/bEsgUt7uRK
– Martino (@MartinoPuccio) May 26, 2022
Shockingly Sad News.
Rest In Power, Ray Liotta pic.twitter.com/MfVBmVXKTR
– Cinema Tweets (@ CinemaTweets1) May 26, 2022
Rest In Peace to the legendary Ray Liotta ❤️
He appeared in both Muppets from Space and Muppets Most Wanted. He was always such a good fella. pic.twitter.com/jseRvR4Hjk
– Muppet History (@HistoryMuppet) May 26, 2022
Ray Liotta’s performance in Goodfellas might be one of the best singles in the history of movies. He also commanded the screen at every moment in Field of Dreams. Such a loss. RIP. pic.twitter.com/SqfXdeAW3Q
– Hunter Bolding (@HunterBolding) May 26, 2022
RIP Ray Liotta, an electric leading presence in everything from GOODFELLAS to SOMETHING WILD to FIELD OF DREAMS to NARC.
Thanks for all you shared with us, Ray. pic.twitter.com/oWuZ0ss8Y3
– The Black List (@theblcklst) May 26, 2022
RIP, Ray Liotta. One of his last roles was also one of his best, as the unnervingly calm Uncle Sal in The Many Saints of Newark. pic.twitter.com/FLZBll4aGu
– Alan Sepinwall (@sepinwall) May 26, 2022
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