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Dennis Farina

American actor (1944-2013) · United States · On the map · Actors · Died at 69

Donaldo Gugliermo "Dennis" Farina was an American actor and Chicago police detective. Known for his roles as mobsters or police officers, his involvement in the entertainment industry began through his association with filmmaker Michael Mann, who employed Farina as an actor and technical advisor.

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2013Died22 July 20132012LuckSeries, Gus Demitriou2010KnuckleheadFilm, Memphis Earl2007BagboyFilm, Marty2005Empire FallsSeries, Walt Comeau2004PaparazziFilm, Detective Burton2002In-LawsSeries, Victor Pellet2001Dinner for FiveSeriesMaking 'Snatch'Film, 20011999The Mod SquadFilm, Captain Adam Greer1997Bella MafiaFilm, Don Roberto Luciano1996EddieFilm, John Bailey1994Little Big LeagueFilm, George O'Farrell1992Cruel DoubtSeries, Tom BreretonMacFilm, 1992Mr. Stunder1989Tales from the CryptSeries, AntoineThe Case of the Hillside StranglersFilm, 1989Angelo Buono1988Midnight RunFilm, Jimmy Serrano, Chicago mobster1986Crime StorySeries, Lt. Mike Torello1985Lady BlueSeriesCode of SilenceFilm, 1985Det. Dorato1983Hardcastle and McCormickSeries, Ed Coley1981ThiefFilm, Carl1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonSeries1944Born29 February 1944

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  • Saving Private Ryan 1998
  • Snatch 2000
  • Midnight Run 1988
  • Thief 1981
  • Manhunter 1986

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Filmography 40

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Television 24

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After supporting parts in Mann's films Thief (1981) and Manhunter (1986), he was cast in the lead role of Lieutenant Mike Torello on the NBC television series Crime Story, produced by Mann.

Country
United States
Category
Actors
Type
Actor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1944 to 2013 · aged 69

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