Richard Foronjy, a convicted criminal turned character actor known for his tough-guy roles in movies such as 'Serpico,' 'Midnight Run,' and 'Carlito's Way,' has died at the age of 86. Foronjy, who passed away on Sunday, had a unique background, having grown up in the gangster world and served time in prison before transitioning to an acting career. His notable performances include Otto Plettschner in 'Repo Man,' where he delivered the memorable line, 'Three times decorated in two world wars! I was killing people while you were still swimming around in your father's balls!' Foronjy's first acting job was in 'Serpico,' and he also appeared in 'Prince of the City.'
Richard Foronjy, the character actor known for playing tough-guy roles in movies including 'Serpico,' 'Midnight Run,' and 'Carlito's Way,' died Sunday at 86. https://t.co/X6uxvDaNNd
Richard Foronjy, Convicted Criminal Turned Character Actor, Dies at 86 https://t.co/ud9XTaWUt6
Richard Foronjy, a character actor who grew up in the gangster world and went to prison before becoming an actor in movies including “Midnight Run,” “Prince of the City” and “Carlito’s Way,” died Sunday. He was 86. https://t.co/S7b7njAHNE
Richard Foronjy, an ex-con whose first acting job was in "Serpico," was rent-a-cop Otto Plettschner in "Repo Man," who said "Three times decorated in two world wars! I was killing people while you were still swimming around in your father's balls!" https://t.co/8wLzEgGsYG
Richard Foronjy, Character Actor in ‘Midnight Run’ and ‘Serpico,’ Dies at 86 https://t.co/S7b7njAHNE
RIP Franchino. Read the obituary https://t.co/4tBG8cLWmr