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Chazz PalminteriAmerican actor, director
Date of Birth: 15.05.1952
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Chazz Palminteri: A Life in the Spotlight
- Acting Breakthrough
- Notable Roles
- Personal Life
- Directing Ventures
- Passions and Beliefs
Chazz Palminteri: A Life in the Spotlight
Birth and Early LifeCharles Calogero Palminteri was born on May 15, 1952, in the Bronx's Little Italy neighborhood of New York City. Raised in an Italian-American community, his father was a bus driver.
Acting Breakthrough
Palminteri's career took off after the release of the 1990 film "A Bronx Tale." He not only starred alongside Robert De Niro in the crime drama but also co-wrote the screenplay.
Notable Roles
Palminteri established himself as a versatile actor with acclaimed performances in "The Usual Suspects" (1995) and "Bullets Over Broadway" (1994). For his role as Cheech in the latter, he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Personal Life
Despite his success, Palminteri remained grounded. He married actress Gianna Ranaudo, and together they raised a son, Dante Lorenzo, and a daughter, Gabriella Rose. Notably, he is an avid cat lover and reportedly rescued his beloved cats from a house fire.
Directing Ventures
In 2002, Palminteri made his directorial debut with the television film "Women vs. Men." His second and most recent directorial effort was the 2004 drama "Noel," starring Susan Sarandon, Penélope Cruz, and Paul Walker.
Passions and Beliefs
Palminteri is a devout Catholic, a jazz and swing enthusiast, and a passionate supporter of the New York Yankees and "Viva Italia" baseball teams. He admires Humphrey Bogart and Glenn Close as actors and lists "Scarface," "Heat," and "The Godfather" among his favorite films.
