Person file · Acting
Joseph R. Gannascoli
Born 1959-02-15Brooklyn, New York, USA
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.
Screen work
Movies & roles
The BrawlerJohnJason's LetterPrinciple (Pratt) PrattoliSopranos Behind-The-Scenes Volume 1 of 2SelfAn Act of WarFrankLeaving CircadiaNatRob the MobDomOther PlansGusThe FuzzSonnyMen in Black 3New York Mets Fan #2Circus MaximusUncle VicCorradoRoleCollege Road TripMr. ArcarraHBO: The Making of 'The Sopranos: Road to Respect'RoleBeer LeagueGiusuppe Primavera (uncredited)Meet the MobstersAbner Hunnicutt (as Joe Gannascoli)The Kings of BrooklynTrader the HutTwo Family HouseCounter guyMickey Blue EyesJimmy, Gina's DoormanOn the RunBurly GuyBlowfishGino CalabreseBasquiatGuard at HospitalThe FuneralRocco (uncredited)Never Talk to StrangersCarnival AttendantSubmissionRole