Tom Pedi

Thomas Joseph Pedi (September 14, 1913 – December 29, 1996) was an American actor whose work included roles on stage, television and film in a career spanning 50 years. He was particularly well-known for his portrayal of Rocky, the night barman, in The Iceman Cometh, a part which he originated and played on stage, film and television. Pedi was the cousin of voice actress Christine Pedi.

Early life and career
A Brooklyn native, Pedi was the son of Angelo Pedi and Carmen Raimondo. He attended New Utrecht High School, graduating in 1933. Four years later, Pedi made his professional debut as Benito Mussolini in the Harold Rome revue, Pins and Needles.

Personal life and death
On August 7, 1953, Pedi married Philadelphia-born showgirl Stacey Hunter in London, while in the midst of an extended engagement with the touring company of Guys and Dolls. By the time the couple returned to the U.S. the following October, they had a young son, Alexander, in tow.

On December 29, 1996, at age 83, Pedi died of a heart attack in Burbank, California. His cremated remains are interred at Loma Vista Memorial Park in Fullerton, California.

Theater
Except where indicated, listings come from the Internet Broadway Database.

Pedi also performed in the premiere of the stage version of State Fair at The Muny in St. Louis in 1969. The show had a two week run.

Television
Except where indicated, listings come from the Internet Movie Database.