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

Actor Anthony Guidera, recognized for his contributions to several major Hollywood films, has passed away at the age of 65. Guidera died on June 6 at a Los Angeles hospital after a three-week battle following a sudden collapse at his home on May 11.

His wife, Valarie Anderson, confirmed that doctors could not determine the cause of his cardiac arrest. Following his collapse, Guidera was placed on life support. His life support was eventually withdrawn according to his previously expressed wishes, allowing him to return home for his final moments. "We are heartbroken and trying to navigate this immense loss. Please keep him in your prayers," Anderson stated.

Born in San Francisco in 1960, Guidera initially pursued a modeling career in Paris under the name James Guidera. He later moved into acting, studying the craft in New York after gaining stage experience in Paris. His breakthrough role came as a bodyguard in Francis Ford Coppola's "The Godfather Part III," which paved the way for his subsequent film career.

Throughout the 1990s, Guidera appeared in numerous films, including "Species" (1995), "The Rock" (1996), "The Postman" (1997), and "Armageddon" (1998). His role in the sci-fi horror film "Species," where his character unknowingly kisses an alien, was particularly memorable and even earned "Kiss of the Year" at the 1996 MTV Movie Awards. Guidera also had a notable television career, appearing in series such as "Baywatch," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "ER."

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We are heartbroken and trying to navigate this immense loss. Please keep him in your prayers.