Veteran actor Robert LuPone has died at the age of 76.

‘The Sopranos’ actor Robert LuPone has died aged 76.

The announcement read: “The MCC Theater community mourns the loss of our much loved

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and uniquely inspiring partner, colleague, and dear friend

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Bob LuPone, who lived fearlessly and with great curiosity

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good humor, a boundless passion for connection, and a whole lot of heart. We will miss him deeply and always.”

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The Sopranos actor graduated from Juilliard in 1968, landing his first Broadway

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show that same year in Noel Coward’s Sweet Potato.

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Tributes have poured in following the sad news of his death from fans and former colleagues.

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One person said: “Very sad to hear of Bobby Lupone’s passing. So much talent and heart in one lovely man. He will be missed.”

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Robert was also leader of the off-Broadway company MCC Theatre.”

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