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Tony Giorgio

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

September 27, 1923(88)

Day of Death

February 1, 2012

Place of Birth

Herkimer, New York, USA

Also Known As

Lu Sifer Anthony Giorgio
IMDb

Tony Giorgio

Acting

Biography

Tony Giorgio was born in Herkimer, NY on September 27, 1923. He grew up in Schenectady, NY during The Great Depression and began his career in show business as a professional "amateur", performing magic in talent shows for pay. At the age of twelve, he ran away from home to join a circus and performed magic in the side show. His first appearance in films was as a card dealer in "Big Hand for the Little Lady." He subsequently appeared in over 100 movies and TV shows; won an Emmy for "Ziggy's Gift" and appeared on stage as Big Julie in "Guys and Dolls" starring Milton Berle. His most iconic film appearances were as Bruno Tattaglia in "The Godfather", Frank Palancio in "Magnum Force", and Don Scagnelli in "American Me".

Known For

Filmography