- 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.
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