Celebrated Actor John Aprea Passes Away at 83

John Aprea, known for his roles in 'The Godfather Part II' and 'Full House,' died at 83 due to natural causes. The actor, who started his career in 1968, leaves behind a rich legacy in both film and television.

John Aprea, the renowned actor iconic for his performances in 'The Godfather Part II' and 'Full House,' has died at the age of 83. His manager, Will Levine, confirmed to Deadline that Aprea passed away from natural causes on August 5, at his Los Angeles home, surrounded by family.

Born on March 4, 1941, in Englewood, New Jersey, Aprea began his acting career in 1968 with a role in the film 'Bullitt,' starring Steve McQueen. He achieved significant acclaim for his portrayal of Young Tessio in Francis Ford Coppola's 'The Godfather Part II' in 1974.

Aprea's diverse film career includes notable roles in 'The Stepford Wives' (1975), 'New Jack City' (1991), 'The Game' (1997), 'Dead Man on Campus' (1998), and 'The Manchurian Candidate' (2004). His initial audition for the role of Michael Corleone in 'The Godfather' (1972) was legendary.

On television, Aprea made a lasting impact with his recurring role as Nick Katsopolis in both 'Full House' and its sequel, 'Fuller House.' His television credits span appearances in series including 'The Gangster Chronicles,' 'Matt Houston,' and 'Knots Landing.'

Aprea's extensive TV portfolio also features roles in 'Wonder Woman,' 'Three's a Crowd,' 'The A-Team,' 'Alfred Hitchcock Presents,' 'The Fall Guy,' 'Falcon Crest,' 'Tales from the Dark Side,' 'Night Court,' 'Melrose Place,' 'Saved by the Bell: The New Class,' and 'The Sopranos.'