Dante Palminteri

About

Actor best known for his role as Vaughn Brody in the hilariously over-the-top SyFy movie "Sharknado 2: The Second One." He is also a rising stage actor who appeared in the lead role of Link Larkin in the hit musical "Hairspray."

Before Fame

He made his screen acting debut in the 2004 film "Noel," directed by his father.

Trivia

He is a multi-instrumentalist in the band Kaymus, who participated in the The Camplified Tour in 2012. As a solo artist, he released the EP "World Away" in 2013.

Family Life

His parents are respected actors Chaz and Gianna Palminteri. His sister is actress Gabriella Palminteri.

Associated With

He co-starred with Ian Ziering in "Sharknado 2: The Second One," the highly-anticipated sequel to the cult hit "Sharknado."