Joseph Rigano (April 2, 1933 – March 27, 2014) was an acclaimed American character actor known for his versatile performances in film, television, and theater. Born in New York City, Rigano established himself as a talented and respected actor throughout his career.
Rigano was born in New York City in 1933, and raised in Ocean Hill, Brooklyn. His filmography includes notable appearances in films such as Casino (1995), directed by Martin Scorsese, where he portrayed Vincent Borelli, alongside Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci. He appeared in gangster comedy Mickey Blue Eyes (1999), alongside Hugh Grant, Jeanne Tripplehorn and James Caan. He appeared in the movie The Crew (2000).
He died at age 80, on March 27, 2014, from throat cancer. He left behind his wife Maria, and their three adult children Angela, Joseph and Gina.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes1961 Hey, Let's Twist! Vinnie Uncredited1965 Three Rooms in Manhattan Jean Uncredited1969 Out of It Vinnie 1982 Dear Mr. Wonderful Artie 1995 Casino Vincent Borelli 1998 The City The Contractor 1999 Analyze This Dominic Manetta 1999 Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai Joe Rags 1999 Mickey Blue Eyes Tony Risolli 1999 Sweet and Lowdown Stagehand 2000 The Crew Frankie 'Rash' Decuello 2001 Twelve Ed Danoff 2002 Hollywood Ending Projectionist 2002 The Blue Lizard Casino Guy 2002 High Times' Potluck Rigano 2002 Four Deadly Reasons Sapiro 2003 This Thing of Ours Joe 2003 Coffee and Cigarettes Joe (segment "Those Things'll Kill Ya")2003 Season of the Hunted Joe 2005 Johnny Slade's Greatest Hits Sam 2008 Meatballs, Tomatoes and Mobsters Don Forchenzo 2009 Mnemonica The Messenger 2010 Lotto Benny The Bone 2011 Humdinger Carbone (final film role)
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