Joseph R. Gannascoli
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
31 titles
Law & Order
The Sopranos
The Sopranos
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
White Collar
Best Week Ever
Men in Black 3
Celebrity Fit Club
Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos
Ed Wood
Basquiat
Mickey Blue Eyes
College Road Trip
Rob the Mob
Money for Nothing
Never Talk to Strangers
The Funeral
Beer League
The Brawler
Corrado
On the Run
The Kings of Brooklyn
Two Family House
Meet the Mobsters
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