Dominic Chianese
Biography
Dominic Chianese is an American actor, singer, and musician. Born on February 24, 1931, in the Bronx, New York City, New York, USA. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry. Chianese has appeared in various roles throughout his career, with a total of 52 known credits. He is a male actor who has been active in the industry. Chianese's birthplace is listed as the Bronx, New York City, New York, USA. He is also known by the name Доминик Кьянезе.
Career overview
Dominic Chianese is an American actor known for his work in film and television. He has appeared in a total of 52 acting credits throughout his career. Chianese was born on February 24, 1931, in the Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
Chianese's acting credits include roles in various films and television shows. He is best known for his portrayal of Corrado "Junior" Soprano in the HBO series The Sopranos. Chianese also appeared in The Godfather Part II, where he played the role of Johnny Ola. In addition, he played the character of Leander in the television series Boardwalk Empire.
Chianese's acting career spans multiple decades, with his earliest known credits dating back to the 1970s. He has continued to work in the entertainment industry, appearing in a wide range of film and television projects. Chianese's experience and versatility as an actor have allowed him to take on a variety of roles throughout his career.
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53 titles- Positively Porco: The Untold Story of Folk City’s Golden Era (2024)
- Talking Sopranos (2020) as Self
- The Village (2019) as Enzo Napolitano
- Active Adults (2017) as Bart
- The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 (2016) as Johnny Ola
- The Family (2013) as Vinnie Caprese
- James Gandolfini: Tribute to a Friend (2013) as Self
- Mr. Popper's Penguins (2011) as Reader
- Blue Bloods (2010) as Happy Jack
- Boardwalk Empire (2010) as Leander Cephas Whitlock
- The Last New Yorker (2010) as Lenny Sugarman
- The Good Wife (2009) as Judge Michael Marx
- The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008) as Vic
- Mayne Street (2008) as Dominic Chianese
- Beyond Wiseguys: Italian Americans & the Movies (2008)
- Damages (2007) as Stuart Zedeck
- Adrift in Manhattan (2007) as Tommaso Pensara
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self
- When Will I Be Loved (2004) as Count Tommaso Lupo
- King of the Corner (2004) as Stan Marshak
- Crimes of Fashion (2004) as George
- Hope & Faith (2003) as Irv Miller
- Unfaithful (2002) as Frank Wilson
- Under Hellgate Bridge (2000) as Father Nichols
- The Sopranos (1999) as Corrado 'Junior' Soprano
- Inspector Montalbano (1999) as John Zuck
- Cradle Will Rock (1999) as Silvano - Papa
- Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five (1998) as Mickey (The Photographer)
- Night Falls on Manhattan (1997) as Judge Impelliteri
- Looking for Richard (1996) as Self
- Gotti (1996) as Joe Armone
- If Lucy Fell (1996) as Al
- The Night We Never Met (1993) as Lion's Den Nosy Neighbor
- The Public Eye (1992) as Spoleto
- Out for Justice (1991) as Mr. Madano
- Law & Order (1990) as Dan Rubell
- Law & Order (1990) as Paul Kaylin
- Q & A (1990) as Larry Pesch
- The Lost Capone (1990) as Gabriel Capone
- Tales from the Darkside (1984) as Correlli's Father
- Hit and Run (1982) as Sal DeGrazio
- Fort Apache, the Bronx (1981) as Corelli's Father
- A Time for Miracles (1980) as Promoter
- ...And Justice for All (1979) as Carl Travers
- Firepower (1979) as Orlov
- Fingers (1978) as Arthur Fox
- On the Yard (1978) as Mendoza (uncredited)
- Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977) as Johnny Ola
- All the President's Men (1976) as Eugenio R. Martinez
- Dog Day Afternoon (1975) as Father
- The Godfather Part II (1974) as Johnny Ola
- Kojak (1973) as George Mallick
- Fuzz (1972) as Panhandler
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dominic Chianese best known for?
Dominic Chianese is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Talking Sopranos (2020), The Family (2013), Mr. Popper's Penguins (2011), Blue Bloods (2010).
When and where was Dominic Chianese born?
Dominic Chianese was born on February 24, 1931 in Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Dominic Chianese have?
Dominic Chianese has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2024.
What is Dominic Chianese's background in cinema and television?
Dominic Chianese is an American actor, singer, and musician. Born on February 24, 1931, in the Bronx, New York City, New York, USA. He is known for his work in the entertainment industry. Chianese has appeared in various roles throughout his career, with a total of 52 known credits. He is a male actor who has been acti...