Actor Steve Buscemi sucker punched in the face in random, violent NYC assault
In a 21st century phenomenon that’s becoming all too popular, actor Steve Buscemi was sucker punched in a random attack of violence in New York City’s Kips Bay neighborhood on Wednesday. The 66-year-old actor, perhaps best known for his standout roles in Fargo and Reservoir Dogs, was minding his own business on a NYC street in the area of 3rd Avenue and East 28th Street when a total stranger walked up to him and punched him in the face, according to NBC News in New York.
“Steve Buscemi was assaulted in Mid-Town Manhattan, another victim of a random act of violence in the city,” the actor’s publicist said in a statement to NBC News. “He is ok and appreciates everyone’s well wishes, though incredibly sad for everyone that this has happened to while also walking the streets of NY.”
The assault occurred around 12 p.m. while Buscemi, who was born and raised in NYC, was leaning against a wall texting on his phone. Following the violent attack, medics were called and transported him to Bellevue Hospital.
Police said the actor was treated for bruising, swelling, and bleeding to his left eye. The attacker has not yet been identified, but the NYPD released surveillance images of the alleged suspect, seen below, in hopes of tracking him down. The suspect was last seen wearing a baseball cap, a blue T-shirt, black pants and white sneakers, according to the police.
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According to his bio, Buscemi was born in Brooklyn, New York. He became interested in acting during his last year of high school. After graduating, he moved to Manhattan to study acting with John Strasberg. He began writing and performing original theatre pieces with fellow actor/writer Mark Boone Junior. This led to his being cast in his first lead role in Parting Glances (1986).
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For more on the random and violent attack on the beloved actor, see the video accompanying this article.
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(Cover photo, Image credit: Steve Buscemi / Facebook)
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