Robert Loggia (1930–2015)
- Dec 3, 2015
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Updated: Aug 10
Robert Loggia | January 3, 1930 – December 4, 2015 (Age 85 Years)
Robert Loggia was an American actor and director whose gravelly voice and commanding presence made him one of Hollywood’s most versatile character actors. Best known for performances in Scarface, Jagged Edge, Big, and Independence Day, Loggia delivered memorable work across film and television in a career spanning more than six decades. He died on December 4, 2015, at the age of 85 from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.
Early life
Salvatore Loggia was born on January 3, 1930, in Staten Island, New York. After serving in the U.S. Army, he studied journalism at the University of Missouri and later trained in acting, launching a long career on stage, television, and film.
Career highlights
Loggia’s credits include The Greatest Story Ever Told, T.H.E. Cat, An Officer and a Gentleman, Scarface, Prizzi’s Honor, Jagged Edge, Big, and Independence Day. His performance in Jagged Edge earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, and he won a Saturn Award for his role in Big. He continued working steadily into the 2000s and appeared in projects released after his death.
Personal life
Loggia was married twice, first to Della Marjorie Sloan and later to Audrey O’Brien. He had three children and was known offscreen for his dedication to family and charitable causes.
Final years
Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2010, Loggia continued to act when possible. He died at his home in Los Angeles on December 4, 2015, leaving a legacy as a reliable, scene-stealing character actor.
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