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Acting
Gianni Russo
Gianni Russo is best known for Prison Break, Walker, Texas Ranger, Kojak and Renegade. Gianni Russo was born on December 12, 1943. Gianni Russo is 82 years old (born December 12, 1943).
- Born
- December 12, 1943 (82 years old)
- Place of birth
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Biography
With a singularly nebulous background, which, by his account, included stints as a Las Vegas nightclub emcee, radio personality, and jewelry tycoon, and comparatively little acting experience, Gianni Russo won the role of Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather (1972) on the basis of his screen test. Since then, Russo has remained busy as an actor, mostly playing assorted "wiseguys" and Mafia types. He was appeared again with Marlon Brando in a small role in The Freshman (1990) in which Brando parodied his Don Corleone role to good effect. IMDb Mini Biography By: Bob Sorrentino
Known for
Filmography
- 2005Prison BreakSmallhouse
- 2000Strong Medicine
- 1997Pacific PalisadesFrank Nichols
- 1993Walker, Texas RangerMorris Foley
- 1992The Hat SquadFortunata
- 1992RenegadeDon Carmine Bendetti
- 1990Max Monroe: Loose CannonRay Dominick
- 1989Hardball
- 1987Jake and the Fatman
- 1987Wiseguy
- 1984HunterTony Rondino
- 1977Mario Puzo's The Godfather: The Complete Novel for TelevisionCarlo Rizzi (uncredited)
- 1974The Rockford FilesJohnny Bongard
- 1973KojakRuss Barton
- 1973Toma
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Gianni Russo been in?
Gianni Russo is best known for Prison Break, Walker, Texas Ranger, Kojak and Renegade.
When was Gianni Russo born?
Gianni Russo was born on December 12, 1943. (Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA)
How old is Gianni Russo?
Gianni Russo is 82 years old (born December 12, 1943).
Updated: November 2, 2026 ·