About
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
Law & OrderSeries • 1990
The SopranosSeries • 1999
White CollarSeries • 2009
Men in Black 3Movie • 2012
Ed WoodMovie • 1994
The FuneralMovie • 1996
Beer LeagueMovie • 2006
Rob the MobMovie • 2014
Mickey Blue EyesMovie • 1999
College Road TripMovie • 2008
BasquiatMovie • 1996
Never Talk to StrangersMovie • 1995
Money for NothingMovie • 1993
Two Family HouseMovie • 2000
An Act of WarMovie • 2015