Biography
Frank Pellegrino was an American actor and restaurateur. Born in East Harlem, New York, he appeared in numerous films and television series, often in roles connected to law enforcement or organised crime.
His film credits include Johnny Dio in GoodFellas (1990), the Mayor in Cop Land (1997), and Sante in Mickey Blue Eyes (1999). On television he played Bureau Chief Frank Cubitoso in The Sopranos (1999–2004) and appeared in multiple episodes of Law & Order. He was co-owner of the New York restaurant Rao's and wrote several cookbooks based on its cuisine.
