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Drita D'Avanzo Defends Khloe Kardashian's 'Mob Wife'-Style Photo Shoot

Published: 01/26/2024

Khloe Kardashian's catching flak for wearing what looks like a real fur coat, but Drita D'Avanzo's not upset at all ... telling us she's excited the look -- credited to her cast -- is coming back into vogue. We talked to the "Mob Wives" star, who told us ... furs and leather make for a fun and…

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'Mob Wives' Big Ang Mural Covered, Sister Vows to Find New Location

Published: 12/26/2023

Big Ang's famous Staten Island mural is no more, but the late "Mob Wives" star's sister is vowing to find a new place for a piece of art to honor Ang. Janine Detore tells TMZ ... her landlord covered the larger-than-life tribute to Ang that had been on the side of her store -- Country Mouse…

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Cubren el mural de "Mob Wives" Big Ang

Published: 12/26/2023

El famoso mural de Big Ang en Staten Island ya no existe, pero la hermana de la difunta estrella de "Mob Wives" se compromete a encontrar un nuevo lugar para una obra de arte en honor a Ang. Janine Detore le dice a TMZ que su propietario cubrió el enorme tributo que había estado al lado de su…

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'Big Ang' Star Linda Torres Dead at 67, Had COVID-19

Published: 04/02/2021

"Big Ang" star Linda Torres is dead after contracting the coronavirus. Big Ang's sister, Janine Detore, tells TMZ ... Linda died Thursday at Staten Island University Hospital, not long after learning she had COVID-19. We're told Linda, who also had a few cameos on "Mob Wives," was placed on a…

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'Mob Wives' Star Drita D'Avanzo Defends Big Ang Mural, Says 'Offensive' Excuse is BS

Published: 07/30/2017

Drita D'Avanzo thinks the landlord trying to remove a mural of her late "Mob Wives" friend and co-star Angela Raiola from his building is BS -- literally -- 'cause it's a hit with tourists. Drita tells us the excuse the landlord's offering of the Big Ang tribute being "offensive" doesn't hold…

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'Mob Wives' Big Ang, Sister Fights to Keep Her Mural Up

Published: 07/24/2017

The memory of "Mob Wives" star Big Ang lives on in mural form on the side of her sister's boutique, but it's in danger of being washed away ... TMZ has learned. Big Ang's sister, Janine, tells us she got permission for the hand-drawn mural from the landlord of the Staten Island building last…

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Big Ang -- Big Funeral (PHOTOS)

Published: 02/22/2016

Big Ang drew a big crowd for her final send-off Monday. Friends and family -- around 200 strong -- showed up at the Basilica of Regina Pacis Church in Brooklyn. Ang's estranged husband, Neil Murphy, along with Carla Facciolo and Renee Graziano were front and center for the funeral.

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Big Ang -- Estranged Hubby Neil Murphy Breaks Down at Funeral (VIDEO)

Published: 02/22/2016

Big Ang's estranged husband broke down in tears Sunday as her wake rolled on. As we reported, Big Ang dumped Neil Murphy for being unsupportive during her cancer battle. Whether he's there for love or forgiveness ... Murphy got extremely emotional. It seems there's a divide in the family, as…

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Big Ang -- Disco Wake

Published: 02/21/2016

Big Ang was honored at a disco wake in Brooklyn, and by the look of the crowd, it got super emotional. The wake was held at a Brooklyn funeral home. "Mob Wives" star Renee Graziano says Ang looked beautiful in the open casket. Other who attended included Janine Detore, Ang's sister and her…

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'Mob Wives' Big Ang -- Friends, Family & Co-stars Attend Memorial (PHOTOS)

Published: 02/20/2016

"Mob Wives" star Big Ang was remembered in Brooklyn Saturday, with hundreds of friends, family and cast members gathering for the service. The event was held at Scarpaci Funeral Home and lines for the visitation stretched around the block. "Mob Wives" stars Carla Facciolo, Drita D'Avanzo and Renee…

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'Mob Wives' Big Ang -- Remodeled House Already for Sale (PHOTOS)

Published: 02/20/2016

Big Ang's Staten Island palace, frequently featured on "Mob Wives," is available for purchase for a cool million bucks. Big Ang passed away from cancer earlier this week and her longtime friend and real estate broker, Laird Klein, is helping with the deal. He says it was listed 2 months ago right…

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'Mob Wives' Big Ang -- Cameras Off During Final Days

Published: 02/19/2016

"Mob Wives" fans won't see Big Ang and her family during her final days ... TMZ has learned cameras weren't rolling to capture the end of her battle. Sources close to production tell TMZ, filming for season 6 wrapped in January and the cast shot a reunion episode in early February. Ang was a part…

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