Anthony LaPaglia

Birth Place: Adelaide, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

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Anthony LaPaglia is an Australian actor who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry with his impressive acting skills and versatility. Born on January 31, 1959, in Adelaide, South Australia, LaPaglia has been active in the industry since 1985.
LaPaglia began his acting career in Australia, appearing in various television shows and movies. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Joe in the critically acclaimed film "Bitter Harvest" in 1985. He continued to work in Australia for a few more years before making his move to the United States.
In 1990, LaPaglia made his Broadway debut in the play "A View from the Bridge" by Arthur Miller. He played the lead role of Eddie Carbone and received critical acclaim for his performance. He went on to win a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his role in the play.
LaPaglia continued to work in theater, appearing in various productions such as "The Rose Tattoo" and "The Guys." He also made appearances in films such as "Empire Records," "The Client," and "Sweet and Lowdown." In 1997, he received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Barry "The Blade" Muldano in the film "Lantana."
In addition to his work in film and theater, LaPaglia has also made a name for himself on television. He starred in the hit television series "Without a Trace" from 2002 to 2009, playing the role of FBI agent Jack Malone. He received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series for his performance in the show.
LaPaglia has also made appearances in other television shows such as "Frasier," "Murder One," and "The Sopranos." He has also lent his voice to various animated shows such as "Justice League" and "American Dad!"
In 2012, LaPaglia returned to Broadway in the play "The Other Place" by Sharr White. He played the lead role of Ian and received critical acclaim for his performance. He also appeared in the play "A Month in the Country" in 2015.
LaPaglia has also worked in the music industry, releasing an album titled "Winter Songs" in 2011. The album features LaPaglia singing various Christmas songs.
Throughout his career, LaPaglia has received numerous awards and nominations for his work in film, television, and theater. He has won a Tony Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Emmy Award. He has also been nominated for various other awards such as the Screen Actors Guild Award and the Australian Film Institute Award.
In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, LaPaglia is also known for his philanthropic work. He has been involved with various charities such as the Alzheimer's Association and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
LaPaglia is married to actress Gia Carides, and the couple has one daughter together. He is also the brother of actor Jonathan LaPaglia.

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Anthony LaPaglia STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2010
Tito Merelli

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1997
Eddie

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Mickey

[Broadway]
1995
Alvaro Mangiacavallo

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Angel

[Off-Broadway]
1987
Les


Anthony LaPaglia Movies

Cold Steel
[ 1987 ] Spooky
Mortal Sins
[ 1989 ] Vito
Slaves of New York
[ 1989 ] Henry Anthony La Paglia
Betsy's Wedding
[ 1990 ] Stevie Dee
He Said, She Said
[ 1991 ] Mark
29th Street
[ 1991 ] Frank Pesce, Jr.
One Good Cop
[ 1991 ] Stevie Diroma
Whispers in the Dark
[ 1992 ] Larry Morgenstern
Innocent Blood
[ 1992 ] Joe Gennaro
The Custodian
[ 1993 ] Det. Sgt. James Quinlan
So I Married an Axe Murderer
[ 1993 ] Tony Giardino
Bulletproof Heart
[ 1994 ] Mick
The Client
[ 1994 ] Barry Muldano
Paperback Romance
[ 1994 ] EdwardEddieMercer
Mixed Nuts
[ 1994 ] Felix
Chameleon
[ 1995 ] Willie Serling
Empire Records
[ 1995 ] Joe Reaves
Brilliant Lies
[ 1996 ] Gary Fitzgerald
Trees Lounge
[ 1996 ] Rob Anthony Lapaglia
Commandments
[ 1997 ] Harry Luce
Phoenix
[ 1998 ] Mike Henshaw
Mob Law: A Film Portrait of Oscar Goodman
[ 1998 ] Narrator
Sweet and Lowdown
[ 1999 ] Al Torrio
Summer of Sam
[ 1999 ] Detective Lou Petrocelli
Company Man
[ 2000 ] Fidel Ctro
Looking for Alibrandi
[ 2000 ] Michael Andretti
The House of Mirth
[ 2000 ] Sim Rosedale, Anthony Lapaglia
Autumn in New York
[ 2000 ] John
Lantana
[ 2001 ] Leon
The Bank
[ 2001 ] Simon
Jack the Dog
[ 2001 ] Jack's Attorney
The Salton Sea
[ 2002 ] Al Garcetti
The Guys
[ 2002 ] Nick
Dead Heat
[ 2002 ] Ray Anthony Lapaglia
I'm with Lucy
[ 2002 ] Bobby Staley
Manhood
[ 2003 ] Jack's Attorney
Happy Hour
[ 2003 ] Tulley
Spinning Boris
[ 2003 ] Dick Dresner
Winter Solstice
[ 2004 ] Jim Winters
Happy Feet
[ 2006 ] Boss Skua
The Architect
[ 2006 ] Leo Waters
Played
[ 2006 ] Detective Drummond
$9.99
[ 2008 ] Jim Peck
Balibo
[ 2009 ] Roger Et
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole
[ 2010 ] Twilight
Happy Feet Two
[ 2011 ] The Alpha Skua
Mental
[ 2012 ] Barry
Overnight
[ 2012 ] Tully
Underground: The Julian Assange Story
[ 2012 ] Detective Ken Roberts
Crazy Kind of Love
[ 2013 ] Gordie Iris
Big Stone Gap
[ 2014 ] Spec Broadwater
A Good Marriage
[ 2014 ] Bob Anderson
The Operative
[ 2015 ] Daniel
This Isn't Funny
[ 2015 ] Mike
Holding the Man
[ 2015 ] Bob Caleo
A Month of Sundays
[ 2015 ] Frank Mollard
The Assignment
[ 2016 ] Honest John
Annabelle: Creation
[ 2017 ] Samuel Mullins
Toy Gun
[ 2018 ] Gaetano Lolli
Below
[ 2019 ] Terry
Pearl
[ 2020 ] Jack Wolf
Nitram
[ 2021 ] Dad

Anthony LaPaglia TV Shows

Frasier
Simon Moon
Murder One
Jimmy Wyler
Riviera
Constantine Clios
Without a Trace
Jack Malone

Anthony LaPaglia Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Actor - Play

Anthony LaPaglia, A View from the Bridge


winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Anthony LaPaglia, A View From the Bridge


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Anthony LaPaglia, A View from the Bridge

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Anthony LaPaglia, The Rose Tattoo

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Anthony LaPaglia, The Rose Tattoo


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1995 - Performance

Anthony LaPaglia, The Rose Tattoo

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Anthony LaPaglia News


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Anthony LaPaglia Will Lead DEATH OF A SALESMAN in Sydney in May 2024

Following a triumphant run and widespread acclaim in Melbourne, Arthur Miller's timeless Pulitzer Prize-winning classic play Death of a Salesman will open in Sydney in May 2024.

Anthony LaPaglia Makes Australian Stage Debut in DEATH OF A SALESMAN

GWB Entertainment and Red Line Productions have announced that Arthur Miller's timeless Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, Death of a Salesman, will be given a new once-in-a-lifetime production at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre.

TALK OF THE TOWN: James Thurber's Years with Ross to Present Two Industry Readings This Month

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VIDEO: NITRAM Film Trailer Released Ahead of Premiere

The film stars Caleb Landry Jones, Essie Davis, Oscar nominee Judy Davis, and Anthony LaPaglia. Directed by Justin Kurzel, the film was written by Shaun Grant. NITRAM explores the events leading up to the real-life devastating mass shooting in Port Arthur, Australia. It's an intimate depiction of the man and events that led up to the tragedy.

Kathryn Gallagher, Drew Gehling, Rebecca Naomi Jones & More To Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Industry Reading

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PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE by Arthur Miller

During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, Arthur Miller. Today's play, A View From the Bridge!

PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: THE ROSE TATTOO By Tennessee Williams

During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, Tennessee Williams. Today's play, The Rose Tattoo! 

INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO's James Lipton Has Died at 93

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World Premiere Of SAFE SPACE Opens In Previews Tomorrow

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Mercedes Ruehl And Cast Of SAFE SPACE Now In Rehearsal For Run At Bay Street Theater

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DANNY And The DEEP BLUE SEA Dives Under St. Marks Theatre in October

'Danny and the Deep Blue Sea' by John Patrick Shanley will be presented at Under St. Marks Theatre from October 18th through November 4th with Thursday through Sunday performances. Aimee Fortier directs. Mary Marxen is co-producer. The cast features Brian Patrick Murphy* and Lisa Fernandez*. *(Member of Actors Equity)

Musical Adaptation of EMPIRE RECORDS Is In the Works!

In honor of Rex Manning Day this Sunday, April 8, producer BILL WEINER just announced the acquisition of the theatrical stage rights to the beloved cult-hit 1995 film EMPIRE RECORDS, with plans to adapt the story for the Broadway stage as a musical. The film's original writer Carol Heikkinen(Center Stage) will adapt her screenplay for the stage, with new music and lyrics by Zoe Sarnak, the 2018 Jonathan Larson Grant winner for her upcoming musicalAfterwords. Empire Records is targeting a 2020 premiere, in celebration of the film's 25th anniversary.

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Anthony LaPaglia FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Anthony LaPaglia been in?

Anthony LaPaglia has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Anthony LaPaglia been in?

Anthony LaPaglia has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Anthony LaPaglia been nominated for?

Anthony LaPaglia has been nominated for the following awards: Best Actor - Play by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for A View from the Bridge, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play by the Tony Awards for A View From the Bridge, Outstanding Actor - Play by the Drama Desk Awards for A View from the Bridge, Outstanding Featured Actor - Play by the Drama Desk Awards for The Rose Tattoo, and Performance by the Theatre World Awards for The Rose Tattoo.

What awards has Anthony LaPaglia won?

Anthony LaPaglia has won several awards for his performances, including Best Actor - Play from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A View from the Bridge," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "A View From the Bridge," Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "A View from the Bridge," and a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for "The Rose Tattoo."

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