About

Known credits:
23
Birthday:
1959-02-15
Place of birth:
Brooklyn, New York, USA
Website:
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Joseph R. Gannascoli

Overview

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

Acting
2019 The Brawler Actor John 58
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2017 Jason's Letter Actor Principle (Pratt) Prattoli N/A
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2015 Sopranos Behind-The-Scenes Volume 1 of 2 Actor Himself 59
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2015 An Act of War Actor Frank 58
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2014 Leaving Circadia Actor Nat N/A
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2014 Rob the Mob Actor Dom 59
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2014 Other Plans Actor Gus 59
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2013 The Fuzz Actor Sonny 59
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2012 Men in Black 3 Actor New York Mets Fan #2 64
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2011 Circus Maximus Actor Uncle Vic N/A
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2009 Corrado Actor 58
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2008 College Road Trip Actor Mr. Arcarra 57
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2007 Blowfish Actor Gino Calabrese N/A
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2006 Beer League Actor Giusuppe Primavera (uncredited) 58
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2005 Meet the Mobsters Actor Abner Hunnicutt (as Joe Gannascoli) 59
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2004 The Kings of Brooklyn Actor Trader the Hut 59
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1999 Mickey Blue Eyes Actor Jimmy, Gina's Doorman 57
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1999 On the Run Actor Burly Guy 58
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1996 Basquiat Actor Guard at Hospital 61
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1996 The Funeral Actor Rocco (uncredited) 61
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1995 Never Talk to Strangers Actor Carnival Attendant 57
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1995 Submission Actor 59
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1994 Ed Wood Actor Security Guard (uncredited) 71
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