- During World War II, he spent two years in Italy, courtesy of the U.S. Army, as an infantry company machine-gunner.
- Born in Cleveland, he was a Machine Gunner and USO performer in World War II before arriving in New York to start his theater career.
- Brother of actor, and adult film director/producer Anthony Spinelli.
- Was nominated for Broadway's 1981 Tony Award as Best Actor (Play) for Woody Allen's "The Floating Light Bulb."
- Uncle of adult film director/producer Mitch Spinelli.
- Like most actors, he was a liberal Democrat.
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