One of his first acting roles was playing a criminal on America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back (1988). He
worked as a taxi driver at the time; After the episode aired, a woman
to whom he had just given a ride called the cab company to inform them
a criminal was working for them.
Former club owner in New Rochelle, New York. Became friends with
clubgoers Matt Dillon and Kevin Dillon who convinced him to become an actor.
Ran nightclubs in New Rochelle, New York, from 1967 to 1987.
Is probably best known for playing "Big Pussy" on "The Sopranos".
Typically cast as a heavyset Italian-American mobster or tough guy.
Lives on City Island in the Bronx, New York.
Degree in drama from Pace University.
Hosts "The Wise Guy Show" on Sirius Satellite Radio's Raw Dog Comedy
channel Wednesdays from 6pm to 9pm.
Was suppose to be part of Season 4 of Dancing with the Stars but withdrew just before the season began and was replaced by John Ratzenberger.