People
Joseph R. Gannascoli
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.
Movies:
Title | Release date |
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The Brawler as John | 2019-01-18 |
Jason's Letter as Principle (Pratt) Prattoli | 2017-12-12 |
Sopranos Behind-The-Scenes Volume 1 of 2 as Himself | 2015-07-15 |
An Act of War as Frank | 2015-03-10 |
Leaving Circadia as Nat | 2014-06-14 |
Rob the Mob as Dom | 2014-03-21 |
Other Plans as Gus | 2014-01-01 |
The Fuzz as Sonny | 2013-09-09 |
Men in Black 3 as New York Mets Fan #2 | 2012-05-23 |
Circus Maximus as Uncle Vic | 2011-09-13 |
Corrado | 2009-01-01 |
College Road Trip as Mr. Arcarra | 2008-03-07 |
Blowfish as Gino Calabrese | 2007-10-06 |
Beer League as Giusuppe Primavera (uncredited) | 2006-09-15 |
Meet the Mobsters as Abner Hunnicutt (as Joe Gannascoli) | 2005-08-10 |
The Kings of Brooklyn as Trader the Hut | 2004-06-09 |
Mickey Blue Eyes as Jimmy, Gina's Doorman | 1999-08-16 |
On the Run as Burly Guy | 1999-01-29 |
Basquiat as Guard at Hospital | 1996-08-09 |
The Funeral as Rocco (uncredited) | 1996-01-26 |
Never Talk to Strangers as Carnival Attendant | 1995-10-20 |
Submission | 1995-06-13 |
Ed Wood as Security Guard (uncredited) | 1994-09-28 |