Joe Pantoliano

Joseph Peter Pantoliano, born on September 12, 1951, is an American actor known for his appearances in over 150 films, television shows, and stage productions. He started his career with roles in M*A*S*H and Risky Business. Pantoliano gained recognition for his supporting roles in notable projects like Hill Street Blues, The Goonies, La Bamba, Empire of the Sun, NYPD Blue, Memento, and the Bad Boys franchise. He portrayed Cosmo Renfro in The Fugitive and its spin-off U.S. Marshals, and played Caesar in Bound and Cypher in The Matrix. His portrayal of Ralph Cifaretto in The Sopranos earned him an Emmy Award. Pantoliano is also an author and actively involved in mental health advocacy.