Richard Romanus death: Check movies, achievements, key roles
Known for his character acting career, Romanus portrayed a tough guy persona in both film and television, leaving a lasting impact with various memorable roles throughout his extensive career. He portrayed Harry Canyon, the cab driver in «Heavy Metal,» Richard LaPenna, the husband of Dr. Melfi in «The Sopranos,» and loanshark Michael Longo in «Mean Streets».
Born in Vermont but brought up in Connecticut, Romanus earned a degree in philosophy from Ohio's Xavier University in 1964. Initially, he studied law before pursuing acting and training under Lee Strasberg, according to THR reports.
In Martin Scorsese's 1973 film «Mean Streets,» Romanus played Michael, the loan shark in conflict with the ne'er-do-well Johnny Boy played by Robert De Niro. He later returned to the crime drama genre with a role in HBO's «The Sopranos» as Richard La Penna, the former husband of Jennifer Melfi.
Romanus also lent his voice to notable roles, including the elf warrior Weehawk in Ralph Bakshi's 1977 film «Wizards» and the leader of a 1950s greaser gang in the 1982 animated film «Hey Good Lookin'.» In between, he portrayed the cab driver Harry Canyon in another animated film, «Heavy Metal» in 1981.
FAQs:
Q1. What was the age of Richard Romanus?
A1. Richard Romanus was 80-year-old. Richard Romanus was born in Vermont but brought up in Connecticut.
Q2. What was memorable role of Richard Romanus?
A2. In Martin Scorsese's 1973 film «Mean Streets,» Romanus played Michael, the loan shark in conflict with the ne'er-do-well Johnny Boy played by Robert De Niro.
