Actor
Gianni Russo Movies, Cast & 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)…
- Born
- 12 December 1943
- Birthplace
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Known for
- Actor
- Guides here
- 2 films
Biography
Who is Gianni Russo?
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
Biography from TMDB, edited for length. Verified 6 November 2026.
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Gianni was born in which country?
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
What is Gianni Russo best known for?
Best known as a actor, with 2 credited films in the MovieState library.
Which Gianni Russo films can I read about here?
The Godfather (1972), The Godfather Part II (1974).