Young began his acting career in the early 1960s, appearing in small roles on television shows such as "Naked City" and "The Defenders." He made his film debut in the 1969 drama "The Illustrated Man."
Young's breakthrough role came in 1976 with the release of the first Rocky film. He played Paulie Pennino, Rocky's best friend and cornerman. Paulie was a rough-and-tumble character, but he was also loyal and supportive of Rocky. Young reprised the role of Paulie in all eight Rocky films, as well as the Creed spin-off films.
Young's performance as Paulie Pennino was critically acclaimed. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his work in the first Rocky film. He also received Golden Globe and British Academy Film Award nominations for the same role.
In addition to his work in the Rocky films, Young appeared in a number of other notable films, including Chinatown (1974), Once Upon a Time in America (1984), and The Sopranos (1999-2007). He also had a successful career in television, appearing in shows such as "Miami Vice," "Law & Order," and "ER."
Young was a talented actor with a wide range. He could play tough guys, but he also had a knack for comedy. He was also a skilled writer and director.
Young's death is a loss to the film and television industry. He was a beloved actor who brought many memorable characters to life on screen. He will be remembered for his iconic performance as Paulie Pennino in the Rocky films, but he was also a gifted actor who excelled in a variety of roles.
Burt Young's legacy is that of a talented and versatile actor who brought many memorable characters to life on screen. He was best known for his role as Paulie Pennino in the Rocky films, but he also appeared in a number of other notable films, including Chinatown, Once Upon a Time in America, and The Sopranos.
Young's performance as Paulie Pennino was critically acclaimed. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his work in the first Rocky film. He also received Golden Globe and British Academy Film Award nominations for the same role.
Paulie was a complex and contradictory character. He was tough and cynical, but he was also loyal and supportive of Rocky. Young brought depth and humanity to the role, and he made Paulie one of the most memorable characters in the Rocky franchise.
In addition to his work in the Rocky films, Young appeared in a number of other notable films. He played a gangster in Chinatown, a Jewish mobster in Once Upon a Time in America, and a union boss in the comedy The Pope of Greenwich Village. He also had a successful career in television, appearing in shows such as "Miami Vice," "Law & Order," and "ER."
Young was a gifted actor with a wide range. He could play tough guys, but he also had a knack for comedy. He was also a skilled writer and director.
Young's death is a loss to the film and television industry. He was a beloved actor who brought many memorable characters to life on screen. He will be remembered for his iconic performance as Paulie Pennino in the Rocky films, but he was also a talented actor who excelled in a variety of roles.
I grew up watching the Rocky films, and Paulie Pennino was one of my favorite characters. He was always there for Rocky, even when things were tough. He was a loyal friend and a great supporter.
Images by Via Instagram burtyoungofficial
