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Joseph R. Gannascoli
Acting
Born: February 15, 1959
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.
Known For

Men in Black 3
as New York Mets Fan #2

Ed Wood
as Security Guard

College Road Trip
as Mr. Arcarra

Mickey Blue Eyes
as Jimmy, Gina's Doorman

Basquiat
as Guard at Hospital

Never Talk to Strangers
as Carnival Attendant

Beer League
as Giusuppe Primavera (uncredited)

The Brawler
as John

Rob the Mob
as Dom

The Funeral
as Rocco (uncredited)