Al Pugliese

Al Pugliese was an American actor recognized for his diverse roles in television, theater, and film. He is best remembered for his part as Detective Kavanaugh in the series Law & Order: LA, as well as guest and co-starring appearances in numerous popular shows.

Personal and Family Life

Born on December 24, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Al Pugliese was a family man. He was married to Caroline Frances Crownover and they had two children together, Albert and Gregory Pugliese.

Death and Legacy

Al Pugliese passed away on July 24, 2021, in La Crescenta, California, due to complications from COVID-19. His contributions to the entertainment industry are fondly remembered by fans and colleagues alike.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Philadelphia Experiment II 1993-11-12 Coach
Annihilator 1986-04-07 Agent #2
Clifford 1994-04-01 Detective
Coopersmith: Sweet Scent of Murder 1992-07-31 Det. Sgt. Leo Breslin
Bird 1988-06-01 Owner – Three Deuces
License to Drive 1988-07-06 Huge Cop
Community 2009-09-17 Repo Man
Firefly 2002-09-20 Amnon Duul
The A-Team 1983-01-23 Guard
7th Heaven 1996-08-26 Detective Logan
Columbo 1971-09-15 Phil Crossette
ER 1994-09-19 Angelo
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 2000-10-06 Benny Manducci
Hunter 1984-09-18 Gate Guard
Murder, She Wrote 1984-09-30 Capt. Jim Lupinski
The King of Queens 1998-09-21 Mr. Vosk
Law & Order: LA 2010-09-29 Detective Kavanaugh
The Jake Effect 2006-05-25 Bartender
Glee 2009-05-19 Customer
Perfect Strangers 1986-03-25 Store Manager
It’s Garry Shandling’s Show 1986-09-10 Furniture Mover