Sal Pacino Father of actor Alya Pacino Date of Birth: 16.02.1922 Country: USA

Biography of Sal Pacino

Salvatore Alfredo Pacino, better known as Sal Pacino, was born in 1922 in Harlem, New York. He was born into a family of Sicilian immigrants. Growing up, Sal was known for being intelligent, cheerful, and full of life. At the age of 15, he finished school and fell in love with Rose Gerard, a twenty-year-old woman of Sicilian descent. They got married when Sal was just 17 years old and had a son named Alfred Pacino, who would later become the renowned Hollywood actor Al Pacino.

Life of Struggles and Separation
Despite their young love, Sal and Rose faced financial difficulties, and their marriage ended within two years of their son's birth. Initially, Al stayed with his father, with the help of his grandmother, Josephina Pacino. However, when Sal joined the army, he called Rose and asked her to take care of their son. In the early 1950s, Sal moved to California, leaving Al with his mother. Although Sal maintained a relationship with his son, their meetings were infrequent, and true closeness was never established.

Multiple Marriages and Fatherhood
Throughout his life, Sal Pacino started and ended various marriages. His fifth wife was Katherine Kovin, whom he married in 1995. During this time, Sal worked at Metropolitan Life, where he remained for 30 years. Al Pacino was Sal's only son, but he also had four daughters from other marriages - Josette, Roberta, Paula, and Desiree. After Sal's death, Katherine Kovin-Pacino stated that he deeply loved his children and was extremely proud of them.

Legacy and Death
Sal Pacino was known for his entrepreneurial ventures, including owning a restaurant, hotel, and bar in Covina. He was a talented entertainer, known for his stand-up comedy performances, singing, and dancing to entertain his guests. He was a member of the organization "Silver Foxes," which united parents of stars. Sal closed his restaurant in 1992. He lived until the age of 82, passing away on January 21, 2005, due to a massive heart attack. Despite his achievements and varied pursuits in life, Sal Pacino's legacy is largely overshadowed by the accomplishments of his son, Al Pacino.