Benito Prezia was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Murder, She Wrote, The X-Files, and The Human Duplicators.
Personal and Family Life
Benito Prezia was born on May 3, 1930, in Italy. He later moved to the United States, where he pursued a career in acting. In addition to acting, he was also known for owning a restaurant called Buon Gusto located in Mission Hills, California.
Death and Legacy
Benito Prezia passed away on December 31, 2016, in North Hills, Los Angeles, California. His contributions to television and film remain remembered by fans of the shows he appeared in. His work is celebrated as part of the rich history of character actors in American cinema.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | The 4th Tenor | Priest |
| 2002 | The X-Files | Old Italian Man |
| 1998 | True Friends | Social Club Member |
| 1995 | Murder, She Wrote | Doctor |
| 1990 | Who’s the Boss? | Vineyard Worker |
| 1985 | Dynasty | Italian Count (as Benita Prezia) |
| 1984 | Scarecrow and Mrs. King | Ludvichio Lupo |
| 1982 | The Facts of Life | Luigi |
| 1982 | Simon & Simon | Maitre’D |
| 1979 | A Man Called Sloane | Benito |
| 1973 | Cleopatra Jones | Italian Officer (uncredited) |
| 1968 | Rosemary’s Baby | Renato (uncredited) |
| 1967 | Garrison’s Gorillas | Italian Guard |
| 1967 | Doctor, You’ve Got to Be Kidding! | Carlo (uncredited) |
| 1967 | Thoroughly Modern Millie | Bernini Brother (uncredited) |