John Bianco was born and raised in the vibrant borough of Brooklyn, New York, making him a true native New Yorker. His upbringing in this iconic city had a profound impact on his life and career. Growing up, he was surrounded by the sights and sounds of the city that never sleeps, which likely influenced his future endeavors.
John's family is steeped in law enforcement tradition, with his sister, Donna Bianco, being a retired, decorated NYPD sergeant. This familial connection to the law enforcement community has undoubtedly provided him with valuable insight and knowledge, which he has leveraged throughout his career.
John's passion for the performing arts led him to pursue formal education in acting. He attended renowned schools in NYC, including HB studio's, where he studied under the guidance of Herbert Berghof, and AIA for on-camera scene work, focusing on the Meisner technique. Additionally, he honed his skills in directing, editing, and cinematography at FVA (Film Video Arts).
Despite his extensive education and training, John's first love has always been acting. He is a seasoned actor, writer, and director, with a wide range of credits to his name. His most notable role to date is likely his portrayal of Gerry Torciano in the critically acclaimed HBO series "The Sopranos." He has also had recurring roles on network TV shows such as Law and Order, Special Victims Unit, Daredevil, and Gotham.
John's upcoming role as Petey Pepsid, a Capo in the Guardo Crime family, in the new spin-off of Dick Wolf's Law and Order "Organized Crime" is highly anticipated. His film credits include "The Irishman," "The Brooklyn Banker," "Friends and Romans," and the upcoming release in 2021, "Clean," starring Adrian Brody, Glenn Fleshler, and John Bianco.
