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John Capodice, ‘Ace Ventura’ and ‘General Hospital’ Actor, Dies at 83


John Capodice, a character actor best known for roles in "General Hospital" and "Ace Ventura," died on Dec. 30. He was 83.

On the film side, Capodice appeared in the 1994 smash hit comedy “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,” playing a police officer who is dismissive of Jim Carrey’s titular character. Other big-screen credits include “Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult,” “Speed,” “Independence Day,” “Enemy of the State,” “The Doors,” “Family Business,” “Q” and “The Doors.” He also voiced a central character in the 2010 video game “Mafia II.” The Pizzi Funeral Home said that “John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to meet him.” He is survived by his wife, two daughters and four grandchildren.

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