Frank Gio was an American actor born on August 2, 1929, in the USA. He is best known for his roles in King of New York (1990), Once Upon a Time in America (1984), and Analyze That (2002). He passed away on May 5, 2023, in New York City, New York, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Frank Gio, originally named Frank Gioseffi, had a background as a former boxer from the Bronx. His upbringing and early experiences in New York likely influenced his future career in acting. Specific details about his family life are not widely known.
Death and Legacy
Frank Gio died on May 5, 2023, leaving behind a legacy in the film industry with memorable roles in various films and television shows. His contributions are appreciated by fans of classic gangster films and dramatic cinema. Gio’s performances continue to be celebrated, marking him as a respected figure in acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Once Upon a Time in America | 1984-05-23 | Beefy |
| Serpico | 1973-12-18 | Police Lieutenant (uncredited) |
| Catchfire | 1990-04-03 | Frankie |
| The Pick-up Artist | 1987-09-18 | Gino |
| The Connection | 1973-02-27 | Kloss |
| Da Corleone a Brooklyn | 1979-04-13 | Restaurant Hitman 1 (uncredited) |
| King of New York | 1990-07-18 | Arty Clay |
| Married to the Mob | 1988-08-19 | Nick ‘The Snake’ |
| Sorcerer | 1977-06-24 | Marty |
| Cookie | 1989-08-02 | Frankie |
| The Valachi Papers | 1972-01-06 | Frank (uncredited) |
| My Blue Heaven | 1990-08-17 | Gaetano |
| Spike of Bensonhurst | 1988-11-11 | Pete Fumo |
| Vigilante | 1982-05-18 | Ptl. Shore |
| Analyze That | 2002-12-06 | Lou Rigazzi |
| Assassination Tango | 2003-03-08 | Jo Jo |
| Moonstruck | 1987-12-16 | Florist |
| Who Do I Gotta Kill? | 1994-09-23 | Frankie “The Fixer” Giachetti |
| The Equalizer | 1985-09-18 | Big Ray |