Ray Liotta, a well-known actor famous for his role as Henry Hill in the movie Goodfellas from 1990, has died. He passed away in his sleep while staying at a hotel in the Dominican Republic, where he was working on a film called Dangerous Waters. The exact cause of his death has not been disclosed yet. At the time of his passing, Liotta was 67 years old and is survived by his daughter, Karsen, and his fiancée Jacy Nittolo.
His former co-star Jennifer Lopez shared on Twitter, “Ray was my partner in crime on Shades of Blue… he was always so kind to my children. Ray embodied the tough guy persona but had a soft inside, which made him a captivating actor. He truly was the original Goodfella.”
Lorraine Bracco wrote on Twitter, “Everywhere I go, people mention GoodFellas as their favorite film. They often ask me about the best part of making the movie, and my answer has always been the same… Ray Liotta.”
Ray Liotta, known for his roles in “Goodfellas” and “Field of Dreams,” had a career spanning over 100 roles. https://t.co/dhysPMEzgM pic.twitter.com/jnvwtz2VQe
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Martin Scorsese, the director of Goodfellas, shared his thoughts in an interview with People magazine, saying, “He was uniquely talented, adventurous, and fearless as an actor. Portraying Henry Hill in Goodfellas was a challenging role, with many complex layers, and Ray excelled in almost every scene throughout the demanding shoot. He truly impressed me, and I will always be proud of the work we did together on that film. My condolences go out to his family and friends; his passing is a great loss.”
