American film actor
Born: February 29, 1944
Died: July 22, 2013
Dennis Farina (1944–2013) was an American actor known for his tough-guy roles and distinctive presence on both the big and small screens. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Farina began his career as a police officer in the Windy City. His path to acting came unexpectedly when he was discovered by director Michael Mann, who cast him in the 1981 film “Thief” as a henchman. This marked the beginning of Farina’s successful acting career.
Farina became known for his roles in crime dramas and comedies, often playing law enforcement officers or mobsters. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Detective Joe Fontana on the long-running TV series “Law & Order.” His film credits include notable performances in “Midnight Run,” “Get Shorty,” and “Snatch.”
Farina was praised for his ability to bring authenticity and charisma to his characters, drawing from his own experiences growing up in a working-class neighborhood and his time in law enforcement. His deep voice, sharp wit, and imposing stature made him a memorable presence on screen.
Outside of acting, Farina was also involved in various charitable endeavors, including supporting organizations that helped fallen police officers and their families. He passed away in 2013 at the age of 69, leaving behind a legacy as one of Hollywood’s most recognizable character actors.
Dennis Farina’s 5 most popular quotes
- I learned a long time ago: You’re in the entertainment business. You’re not in the reality business. One has absolutely nothing to do with the other.
- You can change a person’s life in an instant; put him in a movie, and you start thinking differently, you want to be in another movie. It’s like an addiction almost.
- I’m old enough to never say never. I never had a grand plan with what I was going to do. There are some movies that I would like to be involved with, but I’m trying to be a working actor.
- You cant act for the editing. You just go in and do the scene the way you think is right.
- When I was a kid going to the movies, we’d go because Bogart was in the movie, or Cagney, or John Wayne. We didn’t know what the story was about or anything.
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