Quick Facts
Born:
1923-04-05
Birthplace:
Hillside, New Jersey, USA
Credits:
57 Total Roles
Michael V. Gazzo
Acting
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Biography
Michael Vincenzo Gazzo (April 5, 1923 - February 14, 1995) was an American playwright and actor. He is best known for his role in The Godfather: Part II (1974), for which he was nominated the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Known For
The Godfather Part II
Frank Pentangeli
Last Action Hero
Torelli
On the Waterfront
Bit (uncredited)
Columbo
Vittorio Rossi
Magnum, P.I.
Victor DiGorgio
Alligator
Chief Clark
Cannonball Run II
Sonny
Starsky & Hutch
Joe Durniak
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Nothing to Lose MOVIE | Joe |
| 1993 | Last Action Hero MOVIE | Torelli |
| 1992 | Ring of the Musketeers TV | Papa |
| 1992 | The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 MOVIE | Frankie Pentangeli |
| 1989 | Cookie MOVIE | Carmine |
| 1987 | Jake and the Fatman TV | Joseph DaSilva |
| 1986 | Blood Ties MOVIE | Joseph Salina |
| 1986 | L.A. Law TV | Roscoe Zambini |
| 1984 | 1st & Ten TV | Self |
| 1984 | 1st & Ten TV | Sal Arcola |