Overview

• Charley Scalies, best known for his roles as Thomas 'Horseface' Pakusa on 'The Wire' and Coach Molinaro on 'The Sopranos,' died on May 1, 2025, at age 84 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
• A late-blooming actor, Scalies transitioned from a career in business to acting in the 1990s, appearing in films like 'Two Bits' and '12 Monkeys' before gaining recognition on HBO dramas.
• He was celebrated for his portrayal of working-class characters, earning praise for authenticity and depth, particularly in 'The Wire’s' depiction of Baltimore dockworkers.
• Scalies is survived by his wife of 62 years, Angeline, five children, and four grandchildren, with his family emphasizing his devotion to them as his greatest role.
• In lieu of flowers, his family has requested donations to the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association to honor his memory and support ongoing research.