Person Biography:
Robert Miano was born in New York City and grew up in the Southeast Bronx. He joined the Glee Club in school and discovered his talent for singing at the age of 15. He started his showbiz career after a talent agent heard him singing on a Bronx street corner.
Robert continued to make records and became a Columbia Recording Artist. He loved performing for people and made personal appearances on TV, in nightclubs, hotels, and concerts. He landed the lead rock singer role in the play "Satyricon" at the Stratford Shakespearean festival in Ontario, Canada, and it was a huge success.
After returning to New York, Robert decided to travel the world. He spent 2 1/2 years traveling around the world as a troubadour, earning a living by singing and playing his guitar on the streets, in restaurants, and bars. He then traveled to the Middle East, Africa, South America, and eventually back to New York.
Robert decided to pursue his dream of acting, studying with Lee Strasberg and Warren Robertson. He landed a lead role in the Broadway show "Fame," but it unfortunately closed after just one day.
Robert started his film career in New York, landing a role in the original "Death Wish" (1974) with Charles Bronson. He then moved to Los Angeles, where he has appeared in over 100 feature films, starring alongside actors like Al Pacino, Johnny Depp, and Morgan Freeman.
In addition to his film work, Robert has guest-starred on numerous TV shows, including "Frasier," "Caroline in the City," "The Shield," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "General Hospital." He is also a regular coach at the Actors Studio, sharing his expertise with aspiring actors.
