Frank Adonis was an American actor who is best known for Goodfellas, Raging Bull, and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. Born on October 27, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, he had a successful career in film and television until his passing in 2018.
Personal and Family Life
Frank Adonis was married to Denise Alessi from 1989 until his death. The couple had two children together. He had recently moved to Las Vegas from Brooklyn before his passing.
Death and Legacy
Frank Adonis died on December 26, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada, due to kidney failure. His work in films like Goodfellas and Raging Bull left a lasting impact on the industry, and he is remembered for his memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| True Romance | 1993-09-09 | Frankie |
| GoodFellas | 1990-09-12 | Anthony Stabile |
| Wall Street | 1987-12-10 | Charlie |
| Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai | 1999-10-06 | Valerio’s Bodyguard |
| The Juror | 1996-02-02 | DeCicco |
| Find Me Guilty | 2006-03-16 | Phil Radda |
| Saddam | 2006-05-25 | Joe DIBello |
| Black and White | 1999-09-04 | Frank |
| Raging Bull | 1980-11-14 | Patsy |
| Ace Ventura: Pet Detective | 1994-02-04 | Vinnie |
| The Sister in Law | 1974-07-04 | Benjo |
| Finding Interest | 1994-01-01 | The Godfather |
| Casino | 1995-11-22 | Rocky |
| Eyes of Laura Mars | 1978-08-02 | Sal Volpe |
| High Times Potluck | 2003-10-17 | Frank |
| The Trouble with Cali | 2012-02-21 | Uncle Vito |
| Patty | 1976-02-11 | The Sports Promoter |
| Wolfen | 1981-07-24 | Scola |
| The Gambler | 1974-10-02 | Man in Park with Donny |
| King of New York | 1990-07-18 | Paul Calgari |
| Spike of Bensonhurst | 1988-11-11 | Vinaca |
| Shaft’s Big Score! | 1972-06-08 | Rip |
| Bad Lieutenant | 1992-11-20 | Large |
| The Woods Have Eyes | 2007-10-16 | Bubba |
| One Deadly Road | 1998-07-31 | |
| Cops and Robbers | 1973-08-15 | Picnic Hood |
| Mob Queen | 1998-01-27 | Maderiaga |
| Crazy Joe | 1974-02-08 | Falco Family Soldier Gate Guard (uncredited) |
| The Sopranos | 1999-01-10 | Guest #1 |
| The Equalizer | 1985-09-18 | Limo Driver |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | 2001-09-30 | Eddie |