Mark Gregory was an American actor best known for his roles in 1990: The Bronx Warriors, Escape from the Bronx, and Thunder. Born as Marco De Gregorio on May 2, 1964, in Rome, Italy, he gained recognition in the early 1980s and left a lasting mark on the film industry.
Personal and Family Life
Mark Gregory lived a tumultuous life, marked by early fame followed by decline. Before becoming an actor, he worked in a shoe shop and was discovered while training in a gym in Rome. His breakout role came when he beat out around 2,000 other candidates for the part of Trash in 1990: The Bronx Warriors. This success led to a three-film contract with Deaf International Film Company.
Career
Mark’s career peaked in the 1980s with several action films. He became a well-known figure in the Italian action genre, appearing in films like Delta Force Commando and Thunder II. Despite his early success, his career dwindled, and he eventually became a recluse, living a solitary life far from the spotlight.
Death and Legacy
Mark Gregory passed away on January 31, 2013, in Castel Madama, Italy, in a tragic incident of suicide. He died without financial means, leading to his grave being marked only by a cross provided by the city. Despite his struggles later in life, his films continue to be appreciated by fans of the action genre.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 1990: I guerrieri del Bronx | 1982-08-22 | Trash |
| Fuga dal Bronx | 1983-08-15 | Trash |
| Thunder | 1983-11-11 | Thunder |
| Adamo ed Eva, la prima storia d’amore | 1983-03-17 | Adam |
| Thunder II | 1987-03-16 | Thunder |
| Thunder III | 1988-08-13 | Thunder |
| Missione finale | 1988-08-13 | Jason |
| Un maledetto soldato | 1988-06-06 | Mark |
| Delta Force Commando | 1987-11-01 | |
| L’ultimo bus di guerra | 1989-03-15 | Johnny Hondo |
| Rainbow | 1978-11-06 |