Mario Bosco
#2,497 Most Popular
About
American actor, producer, comedian, author, and media personality best known for his appearances in films such as A Bronx Tale, Grumpy Old Men, Sinatra Club, and The Actor. He has also appeared in television series such as NYPD Blue and Amateur City.
Before fame
He was born with panhypopituitarism, a rare hormonal condition that limited his growth and allowed him to convincingly portray much younger characters. He began his acting career in the late 1980s with a role in the short student film Mella's Shoes.
Trivia
He chronicled his life story, including his struggles and the obstacles he overcame, in his 2014 memoir, From Hopeless to Hollywood. He is also an experienced stand-up comedian who has performed in notable New York venues, including Caroline's on Broadway and Governor's Comedy Club.
Family life
While working as a stand-in on NYPD Blue, a producer overheard him speaking Italian to his mother on a phone call. The impressed producer was compelled to introduce him to the show's creators, who went on to write a role specifically for him - marking his first major part on a television series.
Associated with
In 2025, he shared his life story with reality star and media personality Teresa Giudice on Hurrdat Entertainment's Turning the Tables podcast.
