Levine also posted a tribute to Aprea on Facebook.

“Sad to report the passing of longtime client and friend, John Aprea…

Wonderfully talented journeyman actor loved by all,” he wrote.

John Aprea attends Women’s Guild Cedars-Sinai Medial Center Event at Ralph Lauren on September 16, 2010 in Beverly Hills, California

John Aprea.Donato Sardella/WireImage

In a 2020 interview withThe Digital Journal, Aprea noted what a monumental role Tessio was for him.

“The Godfather: Part IIjust stays with you, he said.

Its a part of who you are.

John Aprea in The Godfather: Part II

John Aprea in ‘The Godfather: Part II’.CBS via Getty

It is one of the best films ever made.

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