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Vincent Andrew SchiavelliAmerican character actor
Date of Birth: 11.11.1948
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Vincent Schiavelli: The "Man with the Sad Eyes"
- Film and Television Success
- Notable Villains and Sidekicks
- Personal Life
- Legacy
Vincent Schiavelli: The "Man with the Sad Eyes"
Early Life and CareerVincent Schiavelli was born into a Sicilian family in Brooklyn, New York, on November 11, 1948. After attending Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, he pursued acting at New York University's Special Theatre Program. His career as a stage actor began in the late '60s before he made his film debut in 1971's "Taking Off."
Film and Television Success
Schiavelli's distinctive appearance and undeniable talent led to a slew of supporting roles. He frequently collaborated with Milos Forman, appearing in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," "Amadeus," "Valmont," "The People vs. Larry Flynt," and "Man on the Moon." His memorable performance as the Ghost in the 1990 romantic drama "Ghost" earned him widespread acclaim.
Schiavelli also played memorable teachers in the popular teen comedy "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" (1982) and its subsequent TV adaptation, as well as Mr. Kerber in the cult classic "Better Off Dead." He portrayed villains in Tim Burton's "Batman Returns" and the James Bond film "Tomorrow Never Dies."
Notable Villains and Sidekicks
On television, Schiavelli appeared in guest roles in "The Eddie Files," "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also wrote several cookbooks and contributed food articles to various publications.
Personal Life
Schiavelli was married twice, first to actress Ellis Beasley from 1985 to 1988 and later to harpist Carol McAllian in 1992. He suffered from Marfan syndrome, a hereditary condition, and served as the honorary co-chair of the National Marfan Foundation.
Legacy
Vincent Schiavelli passed away at the age of 57 on December 26, 2005, from lung cancer in Polizzi Generosa, Sicily, where his grandfather had emigrated from to the United States. In 2002, he published a book about the town titled "Many Beautiful Things: Stories and Recipes from Polizzi Generosa." Schiavelli's unique talent and memorable performances continue to captivate audiences to this day.
