This October 19, 2023, we woke up with the sad news that Burt Young, who for many years gave life to Rocky’s best friend, passed away. The unfortunate event occurred on October 8, 2023, but only his relatives made it known, without revealing more details.
After the news, Sylvester Stallone dedicated a beautiful farewell message to his partner of 83 years, which made us very sensitive: “To my dear friend, BURT YOUNG, you were an incredible man and artist, the world and I will miss you very much… RIP,” wrote the protagonist of this saga in his social networks.
Burt Young Movies That Are Not Rocky
Although Burt Young is best remembered for his role as Paulie in Rocky, it should be noted his talent as an actor, which earned him a wide career in film and television. Here are some shows and movies in which he participated and have nothing to do with the saga starring Sylvester Stallone:
Chinatown
It is an American film directed by Roman Polanski and released in 1974, set in Los Angeles in the 1930s. The plot revolves around a private detective named JJ Gittes, played by Jack Nicholson, who is hired to investigate a seemingly simple adultery case. However, as he delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes embroiled in a web of corruption, conspiracy, and dark secrets.
Once Upon a Time in America
It is an epic crime-drama film directed by Sergio Leone and released in 1984, which tells the story of a group of friends growing up in New York’s Lower East Side during the first decades of the 20th century. The main plot centers on the characters of David “Noodles” Aaronson, played by Robert De Niro, and Maximilian “Max” Bercovicz, played by James Woods.
The Sopranos
The series revolves around Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), who faces the stress of leading a crime family while trying to balance his family and personal problems. The plot examines Tony’s struggle to maintain control over his organization while dealing with mental health issues, including panic attacks and depression. Psychological therapy becomes an important element of the plot, as the protagonist seeks the help of a therapist, Dr. Jennifer Melfi.
Back to School
This film is an American comedy released in 1986, directed by Alan Metter and starring Rodney Dangerfield in the title role. The film’s plot revolves around a wealthy businessman named Thornton Melon, who decides to enroll in college to experience college life and please his son.
Last Exit to Brooklyn
This film was released in 1989 and was directed by Uli Edel. It is based on the novel of the same name written by Hubert Selby Jr. The plot is set in 1950s Brooklyn and focuses on a group of marginalized and underprivileged characters struggling to survive in a depressing and hostile urban environment.
M*A*S*H
It is a popular American television series consisting of 11 seasons and was broadcast from 1972 until 1983. This production was created by Larry Gelbart and is based on the 1970 film of the same name, it is a dramatic comedy set during the Korean War (1950-1953). The title M A S H stands for “Mobile Army Surgical Hospital” and focuses on the experiences of a group of doctors, nurses, and military personnel.
Miami Vice
It is an American television series that aired between 1984 and 1990 and was created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann. It stands out for its distinctive visual style and its focus on crime-fighting in the context of Miami, Florida.
The Equalizer
In this 1985 film, Burt Young plays a character named Mickey. The plot follows a retired police officer, played by Edward Woodward, who becomes a vigilante and offers his services to people facing situations of injustice and despair. It explores similar themes to the television series of the same name but is not related to the franchise.
This story was written in Spanish by Nayeli Párraga in Cultura Colectiva
