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Actor Jon Polito dead at 65
Actor Jon Polito attends the premiere of Relativity Media's 'Judy Moody and the NOT Bummer Summer' at ArcLight Hollywood on June 4, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)
Actor Jon Polito, who appeared in over 100 films, has died. He was 65.
Polito was best known for his work with the Coen brothers. His best known films include, “Miller's Crossing” and “Barton Fink.”
Friend and film director John McNaughton broke the news of Polito’s death on his Facebook page. McNaughton called Polito a “born actor.”
Polito, a versatile performer, also appeared on television and in Broadway productions.
Very sad to learn that my dear friend and collaborator, Jon Polito has passed away. John is probably best known for his...
Posted by John McNaughton on Friday, September 2, 2016
