About John Costelloe
Lived 1961 – 2008 (aged 47). John Costelloe was an American television actor, film actor, actor, firefighter and stage actor.
John A. Costelloe (November 8, 1961 – December 16, 2008) was an American actor best known for his role as Jim "Johnny Cakes" Witowski, the lover of Vito Spatafore, in the HBO television series The Sopranos.
Costelloe, a former FDNY firefighter, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on December 16, 2008, at the age of 47. His body was found two days later at his home in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
Shortly before his death, Costelloe had been playing a hustler in the hit ensemble play Gang of Seven.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Costelloe?
American actor (1961-2008)
When was John Costelloe born?
John Costelloe was born on 8 November 1961 in New York City, Brooklyn.
When did John Costelloe die?
John Costelloe died on 16 December 2008 in Sunset Park.
What was John Costelloe's occupation?
John Costelloe was a television actor, film actor, actor, firefighter and stage actor.
What nationality was John Costelloe?
John Costelloe was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Costelloe (actor)
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