Talent radiates from this lightly built American actor, whose unsettling and jumpy demeanor has captivated the hearts of cult and arthouse film enthusiasts worldwide. Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian-American parents, Katherine Incerella, a jazz singer, and Nicholas Turturro, a construction worker and carpenter, who hails from Giovinazzo, this actor's family ties are deeply rooted in the entertainment industry.
His brother, also named Nicholas Turturro, is an actor, and his cousin, Aida Turturro, is an actress. Turturro's extensive filmography boasts an impressive array of thought-provoking films directed by Spike Lee and offbeat comedies helmed by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen.
Notable performances include his portrayal of the agitated Pino in Do the Right Thing (1989),an intellectual playwright in Barton Fink (1991),a pedophile tenpin bowler in The Big Lebowski (1998),a confused boyfriend in Jungle Fever (1991),and the voice of Harvey the dog in Summer of Sam (1999).
Turturro's appeal transcends his unconventional looks and the often grating onscreen mannerisms of his characters, which he skillfully utilized in films such as Mac (1992),a blue-collar tale of warring brothers in the construction business, and Herbie Stempel, a dumped game show contestant, in Robert Redford's dynamic Quiz Show (1994).
One of modern American cinema's most treasured acting gems, Turturro remains in high demand for his exceptional thespian talents, consistently delivering performances that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.
