Joseph Palladino, known professionally as Joey Faye, was an American actor celebrated for his performances in film, television, and live theatre. He gained recognition for his roles in notable productions and was particularly famous for his burlesque routines “Slowly I Turned…” and “Floogle Street.”
Personal and Family Life
Joey Faye was born on July 12, 1909, in New York City. He was married three times, first to Eileen Jenkins, with whom he had one child. His later marriages included Gina Carr, and he was with Judi Faye from December 20, 1971, until his passing in 1997.
Death and Legacy
Joey Faye passed away on April 26, 1997, in Englewood, New Jersey, due to a heart attack. He left behind a rich legacy of comedy and performance, influencing many in the industry through his unique contributions to burlesque and vaudeville.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Tender Trap | 1955-11-04 | Sol Z. Steiner |
| Close-Up | 1948-06-09 | Roger |
| Sing Boy Sing | 1958-02-21 | Mr. Baron (uncredited) |
| That Touch of Mink | 1962-06-14 | Man with Cards by Pool |
| North to Alaska | 1960-11-07 | Artist |
| Once Upon a Time in America | 1984-05-23 | Adorable Old Man |
| The War Between Men and Women | 1972-06-01 | Delivery Boy |
| Top Banana | 1954-02-22 | Pinky |
| Street of Sinners | 1957-08-30 | Pete (as Joey Fay) |
| Penelope | 1966-11-10 | Spectator (uncredited) |
| The Grissom Gang | 1971-05-28 | |
| Hear Me Good | 1957-10-01 | Charlie Cooper |
| The Front | 1976-09-17 | Waiter |
| For Love or Money | 1963-08-07 | Bread Shopper |
| Cactus Caballeros | 1938-05-27 | |
| How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying | 1967-03-09 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| Let’s Do It Again | 1953-06-16 | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Walter Cobb |