Date of Birth: February 24, 1921
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Date of Death: January 26, 2016
Biography
Abe Vigoda was an American actor best known for his roles in “The Godfather” and the television series “Barney Miller.” Born as Abraham Charles Vigoda, he began his acting career in the theater before making a successful transition to film and television. Vigoda’s portrayal of the elderly mobster Salvatore Tessio in “The Godfather” (1972) brought him widespread acclaim and recognition. He further cemented his status as a versatile character actor with his role as Detective Phil Fish in the sitcom “Barney Miller” and its spinoff “Fish.” Vigoda’s unique appearance and deadpan delivery made him a beloved figure in Hollywood. Despite rumors of his death circulating multiple times during his lifetime, Vigoda continued to work in the entertainment industry well into his later years.
5 Interesting Facts about Abe Vigoda
1. Abe Vigoda was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in “Barney Miller.”
2. Vigoda’s death was mistakenly reported multiple times while he was still alive, becoming a long-running joke.
3. He made a memorable cameo in the 1987 film “Good Burger.”
4. Vigoda was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army.
5. He continued to act in films and television shows well into his 90s.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Abe Vigoda
1. “I’ve always been content just to be working and making a living.”
2. “The best thing about acting is that I get to lose myself in another character and forget who I am for a while.”
3. “I was always typecast as the old guy, even when I was young.”
4. “Every time someone thinks I’m dead, I get a new part.”
5. “I never thought I’d have a career in comedy, but ‘Barney Miller’ changed all that.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth Abe Vigoda achieved was approximately $10 million.
Children
Abe Vigoda had one daughter named Carol Vigoda Fuchs.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia – Abe Vigoda](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abe_Vigoda
2. [IMDb – Abe Vigoda](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001820/
3. [Biography – Abe Vigoda](https://www.biography.com/actor/abe-vigoda
