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Nicholas Colasanto was listed as a film actor, television actor and film director. Nicholas Colasanto was born on January 19, 1924 in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Death is recorded on February 12, 1985, at the age of 61. Education on record includes Bryant University.
My Take
Colasanto is the kind of actor I admire most: the warm character man who quietly holds a whole show together. Best known as Coach Ernie Pantusso on Cheers, he brought a gentle, slightly befuddled humanity that made the bar feel like a real home. That he was also a director gives his performances an extra layer of craft. His death in 1985 cut the run short, but the affection he generated lingers. To me he is proof that a great supporting player can be the emotional anchor of an ensemble, and I find his understated work genuinely moving.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Nicholas Colasanto
- Name (Japanese)
- ニコラス・コラサント
- Reading
- にこらす・こらさんと
- Born
- January 19, 1924 – February 12, 1985
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Capricorn / Rat
- Origin
- Providence, Rhode Island, United States
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / television actor / film director / television director
2. Background
- University
- Bryant University
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicholas%20Colasanto
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q959202
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Nicholas Colasanto born?
Born January 19, 1924.
When did Nicholas Colasanto die?
Died February 12, 1985, aged 61.
Where was Nicholas Colasanto from?
Nicholas Colasanto was from Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
What did Nicholas Colasanto do?
Nicholas Colasanto worked as actor, film actor, television actor, film director, television director.
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