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Hollywood actor Steve Buscemi is “doing fine” after a man punched him in the face on a New York City street, his publicist said.

The 66-year-old man was attacked shortly before noon Wednesday in Manhattan.

The Boardwalk Empire star was taken to a nearby hospital with bruising, swelling and bleeding in her left eye.


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“Steve Buscemi was assaulted in midtown Manhattan, another victim of a random act of violence in the city,” a statement from his publicist said Sunday.

“He is doing well and appreciates everyone’s well wishes.”

The New York Police Department said there have been no arrests in the attack and the investigation continues.

Buscemi, winner of a Golden Globe and an Emmy Award, is also known for his role in the hit HBO television series The Sopranos, in addition to starring in films such as Fargo and Reservoir Dogs.

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The apparent random attack on the actor follows a similar incident involving his Boardwalk Empire co-star Michael Stuhlbarg in March.

Stuhlbarg was hit in the back of the head with a rock. while walking through Manhattan’s Central Park.

He pursued his attacker, who was arrested and charged for the incident.



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