Joe Pesci: podcast appearances and interviews

Joseph Frank Pesci is an American actor and singer born on February 9, 1943. He is recognized for portraying tough, volatile characters across a range of genres and is noted for his collaborations with filmmakers Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro. Pesci appeared in several acclaimed films including Raging Bull, Goodfellas, Casino, and The Irishman. His filmography also includes roles in Once Upon a Time in America, Moonwalker, JFK, A Bronx Tale, and The Good Shepherd. In addition to dramatic roles, Pesci is known for his comic performances in movies such as Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, My Cousin Vinny, and the Lethal Weapon series. His performance in Goodfellas earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, and he received two other Oscar nominations for his roles in Raging Bull and The Irishman. Pesci retired from acting in 1999 but has occasionally returned to film work since then. Beyond acting, he is also a musician with three studio albums to his name, including Little Joe Sure Can Sing!, Vincent LaGuardia Gambini Sings Just for You, and Pesci... Still Singing.