Joe Dallesandro
Biography
Joe Dallesandro is an American actor. He is also known as Joseph Angelo D'Allesandro, Little Joe, and Jo. Born on December 31, 1948, in Pensacola, Florida, USA, Dallesandro is a male actor with 74 known credits. He is considered a sex symbol of American underground films of the 20th century and of gay subculture.
Career overview
Joe Dallesandro is an American actor known for his work in underground films of the 20th century. He is generally considered the most famous male sex symbol of American underground films. Dallesandro's acting career is marked by his appearances in numerous films, with a total of 74 known credits.
As an actor, Dallesandro has been associated with the Warhol Factory, a collective of artists and filmmakers led by Andy Warhol. His work with the Factory has contributed to his reputation as a sex symbol in gay subculture. Dallesandro's acting career spans multiple decades, with his birth year being December 31, 1948, indicating a long and extensive career in the film industry.
Dallesandro's acting credits are extensive, with a total of 74 known credits. His work in underground films has made him a notable figure in the history of American cinema. Despite not achieving mainstream success, Dallesandro remains a significant figure in the world of underground film and a sex symbol in gay subculture.
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Full Filmography
75 titles- There's a Small Hotel (2025)
- 24 Hour Sunset (2023)
- Babylon (2022) as Charlie / Photographer (Wallach's Party)
- Gainsbourg, toute une vie (2021)
- Letters to Paul Morrissey (2019) as Himself
- Factory Cowboys: Working with Warhol (2018)
- The Rolling Stones: From the Vault - Sticky Fingers Live at the Fonda Theatre 2015 (2017) as Self - Interviewee
- Porn to Be Free (2016) as Various Roles (archive footage)
- Eurocrime! The Italian Cop and Gangster Films That Ruled the '70s (2012) as Self
- Obsession: Letters to David Lynch (2011) as Self
- Little Joe (2009) as Himself
- Little Joe (2009) Story
- Little Joe (2009) Producer
- Memories of a Young Pianist (2009) as Mario Balato (archive footage)
- Joe Dallesandro, a Naked Angel (2008)
- 3 Stories About Evil (2008)
- Superstar in a Housedress: The Life and Legend of Jackie Curtis (2004) as Self
- A Look on the Wild Side (2002) as Himself
- Pacino is Missing (2002) as Sal Colletti
- Andy Warhol: The Complete Picture (2001) as Self
- The Limey (1999) as Uncle John
- L.A. Without a Map (1999) as Michael
- Beefcake (1998) as Self
- Happiness Is Just a Thing Called Joe (1998) as Self - Archival Footage
- Theodore Rex (1995) as Rogan
- Sugar Hill (1994) as Tony Adamo
- Fertile La Toyah Video Magazine #2: The Kinky Issue! (1994)
- Love Is Like That (1992) as Boss
- Guncrazy (1992) as Rooney
- Wild Orchid II: Two Shades of Blue (1991) as Jules
- Inside Out (1991) as Richard (segment "The Diaries")
- Cry-Baby (1990) as Milton's Father
- Almost an Angel (1990) as Bank Hood Leader
- AMG: The Fantasy Factory (1990) as (archive footage)
- The Hollywood Detective (1989) as Eddie Northcott
- Sunset (1988) as Dutch Kieffer
- Double Revenge (1988) as Joe Halsey
- Private War (1988) as Vince Rayner
- Wiseguy (1987)
- Critical Condition (1987) as Stucky
- Matlock (1986) as Bobby Boyd
- Fortune Dane (1986) as 'Perfect' Tommy Nicautri
- Joey (1986) as Marty
- Miami Vice (1984) as DeMarco
- The Cotton Club (1984) as Charles 'Lucky' Luciano
- The Hitchhiker (1983) as Gerard
- Parano (1981) as Le psychiatre
- Merry-Go-Round (1981) as Ben
- Madness (1980) as Joe Brezzi
- Nocturnal Uproar (1979) as Jim
- Killer Nun (1979) as Dr. Patrick Roland
- Safari Rally (1978) as Joe Massi
- A Simple Heart (1977) as Teodoro
- The Margin (1976) as Sigimond Pons
- I Love You, I Don't (1976) as Krassky
- Born Winner (1976) as Perikles
- Black Moon (1975) as Brother Lily
- Season for Assassins (1975) as Pierro Giaranaldi
- Savage Three (1975) as Ovidio Mainardi
- The Climber (1975) as Aldo
- Blood for Dracula (1974) as Mario Balato, the Servant
- One Woman's Lover (1974) as Walter
- The Gardener (1974) as Carl, the Gardener
- Flesh for Frankenstein (1973) as Nicholas
- Heat (1972) as Joey
- Andy Warhol (1972) as Self
- Trash (1970) as Joe Smith
- Andy Warhol and His Clan (1970) as Self
- Flesh (1968) as Joe, the Hustler
- San Diego Surf (1968) as Joe
- Home Movies: NYC to San Diego (1968)
- Lonesome Cowboys (1968) as Little Joe
- The Loves of Ondine (1968) as College Wrestler
- Four Stars (1967) as College Wrestler
- Little Joe (1964)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Joe Dallesandro best known for?
Joe Dallesandro is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Babylon (2022), Wanted (2005), Nanny and the Professor (1970), Almost an Angel (1990).
When and where was Joe Dallesandro born?
Joe Dallesandro was born on December 31, 1948 in Pensacola, Florida, USA.
How many credits does Joe Dallesandro have?
Joe Dallesandro has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2025.
What is Joe Dallesandro's background in cinema and television?
Joe Dallesandro is an American actor. He is also known as Joseph Angelo D'Allesandro, Little Joe, and Jo. Born on December 31, 1948, in Pensacola, Florida, USA, Dallesandro is a male actor with 74 known credits. He is considered a sex symbol of American underground films of the 20th century and of gay subculture.