[Independent] Frank Adonis, the actor best known for his role in Goodfellas, has died at the age of 83.The news of the actor's death was confirmed by his wife Denise, TMZ reported.
Adonis reportedly died at his home in Las Vegas after suffering from various health issues including kidney problems.
The news outlet also reported that Adonis was on a ventilator and undergoing dialysis in the nine days up until his death, but that his family chose to wait until after Christmas before he was taken off.
In a statement, the actor's wife said: "He will be missed. He was a great father and an amazing husband.