2012Nominee
Best Performance
Men in Black 3
Joseph R. Gannascoli
Actor
Brooklyn, New York, USA
February 15, 1959
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.
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Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1994Nominee
Best Performance
Ed Wood
2014Nominee
Best Performance
Rob the Mob
Career Highlights
1999Highlight
Best Performance
Mickey Blue Eyes
2006Highlight
Best Performance
Beer League