Joe Cortese is a talented actor, writer, and producer who has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry. He is best known for his roles in the Oscar-winning film Green Book (2019),opposite Viggo Mortensen, and the Showtime mini-series The Loudest Voice (2019),where he played Roger Stone alongside Russell Crowe.
Cortese's acting career spans over four decades, starting with his breakout role in the 1976 cult classic gangster film The Death Collector, costarring Joe Pesci. He has since appeared in a wide range of films, including Windows (1980),Monsignor (1982),American History X (1998),Against The Ropes (2004),and Ruby (1992),among others.
In addition to his film work, Cortese has also made a name for himself in television, with notable roles in shows such as The Assassination of Gianni Versace-American Crime Story (2017),C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf (1988),and It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia (2007).
Cortese's theater credits are equally impressive, with productions including True West, Waking Jimmy Rizzo, and Italian playwright Luigi Pirandello's Che Che and Man With The Flower In His Mouth. He is also a founding member of the MET Theatre in Los Angeles, where he produced and starred in the original play Cody Angelino Is Coming.
As a writer, Cortese has penned the script for his latest project, The Bridge, a drama about a San Francisco crime family. He is also set to produce and star in the upcoming film Tonight and Every Night, about a Greek diner owner suffering from dementia who creates an alter ego as a talk show host.
Throughout his career, Cortese has received numerous accolades, including the Best Actor Award from The New York Hip Hop Film Festival for his role in Shut Up And Shoot (2006). He is a lifetime member of The Actor's Studio and a member of The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, demonstrating his dedication to the craft of acting and his commitment to supporting his fellow actors.
