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Nicholas Colasanto
Born 1924-01-19Providence, Rhode Island, USA
Nicholas Colasanto (January 19, 1924 – February 12, 1985) was an American actor and television director who is best known for his role as "Coach" Ernie Pantusso in the American television sitcom Cheers.
Screen work
Movies & roles
The HaircutBobby Russo (Barber)Raging BullTommy ComoMad BullDuke SallowThe Return of the World's Greatest DetectiveLieutenant Nick TinkerFamily PlotVictor ConstantineThe Manchu Eagle Murder Caper MysteryBertTomaProlaciFat CityRubenMission: Impossible vs. the MobJimmy BiboThe Counterfeit KillerPlainclothesmanDeadlockCharlie AtkinsIronsideMr. Matling (uncredited)Fame Is the Name of the GameDetectiveFor Whom the Bell TollsEladio