Legendary 'Rocky' Actor Burt Young Passes Away at 83
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Burt Young, the Academy Award-nominated actor known for his role as Paulie in the "Rocky" film franchise, has passed away at the age of 83. With a career spanning six decades, Young also appeared in films such as "Chinatown" and "The Gambler." He was nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the 1977 Academy Awards for his performance in the first "Rocky" film. Young's passing was confirmed by his manager, and he is remembered as an artist with tremendous emotional range.