Anthony Guidera, 'The Godfather Part III' and 'Species' Actor, Dies at 65

Anthony Guidera has died at the age of 65.

The actor, recognized for his performances as Anthony the bodyguard in The Godfather Part III and as Robbie in Species, suffered a sudden collapse on May 11 at his residence in Southern California. According to his wife Valarie, his heart stopped unexpectedly while he was in their living room. He was transported to a hospital and placed on life support for three weeks before being removed from life support in accordance with his wishes. He subsequently passed away at home.

The cause of his death remains undetermined at this time.

Beyond his most prominent film roles, Guidera appeared in a diverse range of movies including The Rock, Precious Find, 'Til There Was You, The Postman, Armageddon, and The Annihilation of Fish. His television credits included appearances on Baywatch, Star Trek, and Angel.

Valarie shared a heartfelt message on a friend's tribute page honoring her late husband: "Thank you for walking through life's happier times with us, for the unforgettable celebrations, endless smiles and for being a meaningful part of our too short story."

The couple were involved with Astara, an organization described as a spiritual foundation dedicated to sharing esoteric wisdom and exploring various paths to Higher Self discovery.

Our condolences are with Anthony Guidera's family and friends during this time of loss.