Description:
(Known for Portraying Tough, Volatile Characters)
Joe Pesci is an American actor and musician who came to limelight after working in Martin Scorsese’s movie, Raging Bull, together with Robert De Niro. The trio went on to work together in three other acclaimed films– Goodfellas, Casino and The Irishman. He received a BAFTA for Raging Bull and an Academy Award for Goodfellas. His other notable works include Lethal Weapon 2 and its two sequels, Home Alone and its sequel, My Cousin Vinny, and Once Upon a Time in America. Joe Pesci began his career as a child artist working on stage and then turned towards music and released his first album. After working in numerous films and releasing his second album, he retired in 1999. Since then, he has returned to work in three films, the most prominent of which is the 2019 epic crime film The Irishman which once again bagged him numerous awards and nominations at the prestigious Academy Awards, BAFTA and Golden Globe Awards.
Birthday
February 9, 1943 (Aquarius)
Born In
United States
Alternative names
Joseph Frank Pesci
Height
163 cm
City
Newark, New Jersey
Spouse/Ex-
Claudia Haro (m. 1988–1992)
Parents
Mary Pesci
Angelo Pesci
Children
Tiffany Pesci
What movies has Joe Pesci starred in?
Joe Pesci has starred in popular movies such as "Goodfellas," "Home Alone," "My Cousin Vinny," "Casino," and "The Irishman."
Is Joe Pesci retired from acting?
Joe Pesci has taken breaks from acting but has not officially announced retirement. He returned to acting for "The Irishman" in 2019.
Did Joe Pesci start his career as a musician?
Yes, Joe Pesci started his career as a musician and released an album in 1968 titled "Little Joe Sure Can Sing!" before transitioning to acting.
Does Joe Pesci have a signature catchphrase in his movies?
Yes, one of Joe Pesci's signature catchphrases in his movies is "I'm funny how? I mean funny like I'm a clown? I amuse you?" from "Goodfellas."
Has Joe Pesci ever won an Academy Award?
Yes, Joe Pesci has won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the movie "Goodfellas" in 1991.
