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Pat Cooper

Pat Cooper was an American comedian and actor born Pasquale Vito Caputo in Brooklyn, New York.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Pat Cooper was an American comedian and actor known for his fiery stage persona and Italian-American material. He was born Pasquale Vito Caputo in Brooklyn, New York in 1929 and died in Las Vegas in 2023 at age 93. Cooper built a long career in stand-up, radio, television, and film.

Early life

Pat Cooper was born in Brooklyn in 1929 as Pasquale Vito Caputo. Sources describe his early comedy as rooted in his New York upbringing and Italian-American identity.

Career

Cooper began performing in the 1950s and later became known for nightclub work, roasts, television appearances, and radio guest spots. He had a late-career resurgence through frequent appearances on popular radio programs.

Acting roles

In addition to stand-up, Cooper acted in film and television. He played Masiello in Analyze This and Analyze That and appeared in series including Seinfeld.

Persona and style

Cooper was known for a loud, confrontational delivery and was sometimes called the "Comedian of Outrage." His style was closely associated with angry comic monologues and self-aware commentary.

Death and legacy

Cooper died in Las Vegas in 2023 at the age of 93. He is remembered as a distinctive American stand-up comic with a long career across live performance, radio, and screen work.

Key facts

  • He was born Pasquale Vito Caputo and performed professionally as Pat Cooper.
  • His comedy often drew on his Italian-American background and Brooklyn upbringing.
  • He became widely known for combative, outspoken performances and radio appearances.
  • He appeared in films including Analyze This (1999) and Analyze That (2002).
  • He also appeared on television and radio programs such as Seinfeld, The Howard Stern Show, Imus in the Morning, and Opie and Anthony.
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Canadian context

Pat Cooper had relevance for Canadian readers through North American comedy circuits and television/radio culture, but he was primarily an American entertainer with no strong Canada-specific connection in the available sources.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Pat Cooper?
Pat Cooper was an American comedian and actor best known for his outspoken stand-up style and appearances on radio, television, and in films.
What was Pat Cooper’s real name?
His birth name was Pasquale Vito Caputo.
What was Pat Cooper known for?
He was known for Italian-American comedy, an angry stage persona, and appearances on The Howard Stern Show, Seinfeld, Analyze This, and Analyze That.
When was Pat Cooper born?
He was born on July 31, 1929.
When did Pat Cooper die?
He died on June 6, 2023, at age 93.
What was Pat Cooper’s nickname?
He was nicknamed the "Comedian of Outrage."

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat_Cooper
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death dates, career overview, nickname, and film/TV credits.
  2. Variety — https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/pat-cooper-dead-comedian-1235636344/
    Supports: Death notice, Brooklyn origins, career summary, and Howard Stern association.
  3. Legacy.com — https://www.legacy.com/news/pat-cooper-1929-2023-comedian-of-outrage
    Supports: Nickname, death date, age, and summary of career style.
  4. Deadline — https://deadline.com/2023/06/pat-cooper-dead-comedian-actor-seinfeld-analyze-this-1235411009/
    Supports: Death, acting credits, and overview of his comedy career.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0178291/
    Supports: Film and television credits, birth name, marital/family information, and death date.