Actor. He was an actor whose famous role was of “Uncle Pat” on the hit television show “The Sopranos”. He started out as a prize fighter, but a brain injury ended his career in boxing.   With the help of his friend and fellow boxer Rocky Graziano, Albanese got his start in acting.   His first role was in the 1968 film “The Brotherhood” and he later appeared in such films as “Goodfellas” (1990), “A Dance with Andrea” (2012) and “Dead Presidents” (1995).    In 2004 Albanese started his role as “Uncle Pat Blundetto” on the television series “The Sopranos” which he continued until 2007.    He also performed on stage as well. (bio by: Mr. Badger Hawkeye)