Gina Mastrogiacomo

Gina Mastrogiacomo (November 5, 1961 – May 2, 2001) was an American actress. She made her film debut in the 1987 fantasy comedy film Harry and the Hendersons as Roxie. Mastrogiacomo gained recognition for her role as Ginny in Richard Haines's 1989 sci-fi comedy Space Avenger, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival. Her performance in that film caught the attention of director Martin Scorsese, who cast her in the lead female role of Janice Rossi in his hit 1990 gangster film Goodfellas. Mastrogiacomo's portrayal of Rossi was praised for its passionate and realistic delivery. In addition to her work in film, she also starred in the 1990 musical television film An East Side Story. Sadly, Mastrogiacomo passed away in 2001.