Paulie was also an eternal pessimist who was constantly convinced that Rocky was going to get clobbered by his increasingly daunting opponents. His surprise at Rocky’s resilience brought big laughs.

Oscar-nominated actor Burt Young, of 'Rocky' fame, dies at 83 Burt Young was best known for his career-defining role as Paulie, appearing in all six films up until "Rocky Balboa" in 2006.

Burt Young, who played Paulie in six of the 'Rocky' films starring Sylvester Stallone, has died. He was 83.

Burt Young, the Oscar-nominated actor who played Paulie, the rough-hewn, mumbling-and-grumbling best friend, corner-man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone in the “Rocky” franchise, has died.

Adrian is Rocky's love interest (and, by Rocky II, his wife), played by Talia Shire in the original movies, while Paulie is Adrian's older brother and Rocky's best friend, who was played by Burt ...

These basic steps will ensure the body and mind are prepared to engage. Social support is also key. Rocky had Adrian, Paulie ...

Burt Young, the Oscar-nominated actor who played Paulie, the rough-hewn, mumbling-and-grumbling best friend, corner-man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone in the “Rocky” franchise, has died.

Burt Young, the actor known for his timeless role as Paulie in the "Rocky" film franchise, has died at 83, his manager confirmed to ABC News.

The Oscar-nominated actor who played Paulie, the rough-hewn, mumbling-and-grumbling best friend, corner-man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone in the “Rocky” franchise, has died.

Oscar-nominated actor Burt Young has died. Young played Paulie, the best friend and brother-in-law of Sylvester Stallone in "Rocky." ...

Burt Young, the Oscar-nominated actor who played Paulie, the rough-hewn, mumbling-and-grumbling best friend, corner-man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone in the “Rocky” franchise, has died.