Joseph R. Gannascoli
Born February 15, 1959 (Age: 67)
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Brooklyn, New York, USA
Biography
Joseph R. Gannascoli (born February 15, 1959) is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Vito Spatafore on the HBO series The Sopranos. Prior to acting, Gannascoli was a professional chef. Gannascoli was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. In the 1980s, he attended St. John's University for two years, majoring in communications. He began his cooking career at Manhattan Market in 1981, before leaving to work at Commander's Palace in New Orleans, and then at various restaurants around the country.
Joseph R. Gannascoli (born February 15, 1959) is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Vito Spatafore on the HBO series The Sopranos. Prior to acting, Gannascoli was a professional chef. Gannascoli was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. In the 1980s, he attended St. John's University for two years, majoring in communications. He began his cooking career at Manhattan Market in 1981, before leaving to work at Commander's Palace in New Orleans, and then at various restaurants around the country.
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Filmography
Rob the Mob
2014
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as Dom
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Age: 55
Men in Black 3
2012
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as New York Mets Fan #2
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Age: 53
College Road Trip
2008
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as Mr. Arcarra
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Age: 49
Beer League
2006
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as Giusuppe Primavera (uncredited)
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Age: 47
Two Family House
2000
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as Counter guy
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Age: 40
Mickey Blue Eyes
1999
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as Jimmy, Gina's Doorman
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Age: 40
Basquiat
1996
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as Guard at Hospital
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Age: 37
Never Talk to Strangers
1995
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as Carnival Attendant
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Age: 36
Ed Wood
1994
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as Security Guard
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Age: 35