Quick Facts
Born:
1940-04-21
Birthplace:
New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Credits:
119 Total Roles
George DiCenzo
Acting
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Biography
George Ralph DiCenzo (April 21, 1940 – August 9, 2010) was an American actor, and one-time associate producer for Dark Shadows. He was in the show business for over 30 years, with extensive film, TV, stage, and commercial credits. DiCenzo notably played Marty's grandfather Sam Baines in the film Back to the Future. He also had a minor role in William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist III.
DiCenzo died on August 9, 2010, as a result of sepsis.
DiCenzo died on August 9, 2010, as a result of sepsis.
Known For
Back to the Future
Sam Baines
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Major Benchley
Batman: The Animated Series
Ubu (voice)
The Exorcist III
Stedman
Animaniacs
Commandant (voice)
DuckTales
Brigadier Broccoli (voice)
Law & Order
Eddie Palmieri
Law & Order
Sam "Bunny" Russo
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hustle MOVIE | Bartlett Giamatti |
| 2001 | Law & Order: Criminal Intent TV | Raoul Sabatelli |
| 2001 | Hotel MOVIE | Boris |
| 2001 | Tempted MOVIE | Byron Blades |
| 2000 | Wonderland TV | Therapist |
| 2000 | It Had to Be You MOVIE | Mel |
| 1999 | Judging Amy TV | Atty. Barr |
| 1998 | Illuminata MOVIE | Jailor |
| 1997 | Lesser Prophets MOVIE | Jerry |
| 1995 | Down, Out and Dangerous MOVIE | Lance Fredericks |