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Abe Vigoda - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 24, 1921 |
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| Died | January 26, 2016 (age 94) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Abe Vigoda's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Roles in "The Godfather" and "Barney Miller" |
Intro
Abe Vigoda was an American actor best known for his roles as Detective Phil Fish on the television sitcom "Barney Miller" and as Salvatore Tessio in the film "The Godfather."
Early Life & Background
Abe Vigoda was born in Brooklyn, New York City, to Russian Jewish immigrant parents. He began acting at a young age and studied at the American Theatre Wing.
Career Highlights
- Played Salvatore Tessio in "The Godfather" (1972)
- Portrayed Detective Phil Fish on "Barney Miller" (1975–1977) and its spin-off "Fish" (1977–1978)
- Appeared in films such as "The Godfather Part II," "Look Who's Talking," and "Joe Versus the Volcano"
Trivia
- Vigoda's death was falsely reported multiple times before his actual passing in 2016.
- He became a pop culture figure due to recurring jokes about his longevity.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Abe Vigoda born?
Abe Vigoda was born the 24 February 1921.
Where is Abe Vigoda from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 24th, 1921, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 24th, 1921 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Fare Thee Honey Blues by Mamie Smith & Her Jazz Hounds
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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