Author & Actor Gianni Russo | How to Survive Being a Mobster

Gianni Russo has made a career of playing tough guys. Although remembered most for his portrayal of Carlo Rizzi in “The Godfather”, his first acting job, his career has spanned over 40 films, including such hits as The Freshman, Rush Hour, Any Given Sunday, and Sea Biscuit as well as television roles in Kojak, The Rockford Files and Prison Break. And most recent.. due out this fall, “Send No Flowers”.Russo believes his crooning separates him from the mob of other on-screen wise guys. His debut CD, Reflections, paid homage to legendary singers like Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra. These icons inspired him both personally and professionally. The CD, available on iTunes and Amazon.com, contains a bonus track where Russo reminisces about the behind-the-scenes drama while filming “The Godfather”. Russo travels the country with his orchestra to sold-out appearances, performing the music that has influenced his Life. His follow-up CD was released in June 2010, and his self-titled wine label Gianni Russo Wines launched nationally in 2009.Born in Manhattan and raised in Little Italy and Staten Island, Russo overcame polio to start his first “business” at twelve, selling pens and erasers on the street corners. At eighteen, Russo made his first trip to Miami, where he began to dabble in show business, working in nightclubs and hotspots before deciding to pursue acting and move to Hollywood.Russo’s colorful life is currently being adapted into a feature film by producer Brett Ratner (Rush Hour, Horrible Bosses, Red Dragon, and is currently filming the sequel to King Kong). Screenplay was written by George Gallo of “Midnight Run” fame, “Bad Boys” and “Middle Men”, and to be directed by Barry Levinson of “Diner” & “Taxi” fame. Available now is disk 1 of “The Godfather Stories By: Carlo Rizzi a.k.a. Gianni Russo”, with 9 more volumes coming soon!Mr. Russo currently resides in New York, and this summer is doing personal appearances throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Panama.Unlocking Humanity with Ancient Knowledge Hosted by John Edmonds Kozma Unimpressed Podcast offers a groundbreaking look into consciousness, ancient wisdom, and the nonconscious aspects of humanity via the Quantum Field. Hosted by John Edmonds Kozma, CEO of Bang Productions and a seasoned entertainment industry veteran with extensive experience, each episode delves deeper than typical discussions to reveal profound insights about reality, spirituality, and human potential. He has been likened to Albert Einstein for his innovative reasoning.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.