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Danny Aiello
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Biography
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Danny Aiello (1933–2019) was an American actor born in Manhattan whose career encompassed film, television and theatre. His films include The Godfather Part II, Once Upon a Time in America, The Purple Rose of Cairo, Moonstruck and Léon. His performance in Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing (1989) earned an Academy Award nomination for supporting actor.
On television he appeared in the detective series Dellaventura and the miniseries The Last Don. His Broadway credits include Gemini, Hurlyburly and The House of Blue Leaves, and he appeared in Madonna’s Papa Don’t Preach video.
Reviewed 2026-09-06Selected sources
- Television Academy — Danny AielloLife dates, origins, screen and stage credits, Oscar nomination and music video.