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Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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Joe Mantegna is an American actor, producer, writer, and director. Born in Chicago in 1947, Mantegna began his acting career in the theater before transitioning to film and television. He is best known for his roles in the movies "The Godfather Part III," "Searching for Bobby Fischer," and "The Simpsons," as well as his work on the CBS crime drama "Criminal Minds."


Mantegna's early acting work was primarily in the theater. He performed in productions at the Organic Theater Company and the Wisdom Bridge Theatre in Chicago, and he also worked with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company. In 1984, he won a Tony Award for his performance in David Mamet's play "Glengarry Glen Ross."
Mantegna's film career began in the early 1980s, with roles in movies like "The Money Pit" and "Compromising Positions." In 1990, he played Joey Zasa in "The Godfather Part III," a role that earned him critical acclaim. He went on to appear in a number of other films, including "Searching for Bobby Fischer," "Airheads," and "Up Close & Personal."
In addition to his film work, Mantegna has also had a successful television career. He has appeared in a number of TV shows over the years, including "The Twilight Zone," "The Simpsons," and "The Starter Wife." He is perhaps best known for his role as FBI Special Agent David Rossi on the CBS crime drama "Criminal Minds." Mantegna joined the cast of the show in 2007 and remained a regular until its final season in 2020.
Mantegna has also worked as a voice actor, lending his voice to a number of animated shows and movies. He has voiced characters in "The Simpsons," "The Critic," and "Cars 2," among others.
In addition to his work in front of the camera, Mantegna has also worked behind the scenes as a producer, writer, and director. He has produced a number of films, including "Lakeboat" and "Bleacher Bums," and he has written and directed several episodes of "Criminal Minds."
Mantegna has been recognized for his work in a number of ways over the years. In addition to his Tony Award win, he has been nominated for several Emmy Awards for his work on "Criminal Minds." He has also been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Outside of his acting work, Mantegna is also involved in a number of charitable organizations. He is a longtime supporter of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and he has also worked with the USO to support American troops and their families.
In his personal life, Mantegna has been married to his wife Arlene Vrhel since 1975. The couple has two children together, Mia and Gia.
Overall, Joe Mantegna is a versatile and talented actor with a long and successful career in film, television, and theater. His work has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, and he continues to be a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

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STAGE CREDITS

Speed-the-Plow
[Broadway]
1988
Bobby Gould
Glengarry Glen Ross
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Richard Roma
Working
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1978
Performer
Dave McCormick
Emilio Hernandez

Writing

Bleacher Bums
Conceiver
Playwright

Movies

Towing
[ 1978 ] Chris
Second Thoughts
[ 1983 ] Orderly
Compromising Positions
[ 1985 ] Bruce Fleckstein
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Art Shirk
Three Amigos!
[ 1986 ] Harry Flugleman
Off Beat
[ 1986 ] Pete Peterson
Weeds
[ 1987 ] Carmine
Critical Condition
[ 1987 ] Chambers
Suspect
[ 1987 ] Charlie Stella
House of Games
[ 1987 ] Mike
Things Change
[ 1988 ] Jerry
Wait Until Spring, Bandini
[ 1989 ] Bandini
Alice
[ 1990 ] Joe
The Godfather Part III
[ 1990 ] Joey Za
Queens Logic
[ 1991 ] Al
Homicide
[ 1991 ] Bobby Gold
Bugsy
[ 1991 ] George
Body of Evidence
[ 1992 ] Robert Garrett
Searching for Bobby Fischer
[ 1993 ] Fred Waitzkin
Family Prayers
[ 1993 ] Martin Jacobs
Baby's Day Out
[ 1994 ] Eddie
Airheads
[ 1994 ] Ian
Above Suspicion
[ 1995 ] Alan Rhinehart
Forget Paris
[ 1995 ] Andy
For Better or Worse
[ 1995 ] Stone
Up Close & Personal
[ 1996 ] Bucky Terranova
Eye for an Eye
[ 1996 ] Detective Sergeant Denillo
Underworld
[ 1996 ] Frank Gavilan, Frank Csady, Richard Essex
Albino Alligator
[ 1996 ] G.D. Browning
Persons Unknown
[ 1996 ] Jim Holland
Captain Nuke and the Bomber Boys
[ 1996 ] Joey Franelli
Thinner
[ 1996 ] Richie Ginelli
For Hire
[ 1998 ] Alan Webber
Hoods
[ 1998 ] Angelo Martinelli
The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit
[ 1998 ] Gomez
Boy Meets Girl
[ 1998 ] Il Magnifico
Jerry and Tom
[ 1998 ] Tom
Celebrity
[ 1998 ] Tony Gardella
Error in Judgment
[ 1999 ] Eric
Liberty Heights
[ 1999 ] Nate Kurtzman
Airspeed
[ 1999 ] Raymond Stone
The Runner
[ 1999 ] Rocco
More Dogs Than Bones
[ 2000 ] Desalvo
Lakeboat
[ 2000 ] producer
Fall: The Price of Silence
[ 2001 ] Agent Jim Danaher
The Trumpet of the Swan
[ 2001 ] Monty
Vendetta
[ 2001 ] Nicola, Terenzio's friend
Off Key
[ 2001 ] Ricardo
Mother Ghost
[ 2002 ] Jerry
Uncle Nino
[ 2003 ] Robert
Stateside
[ 2004 ] Gil Deloach
Pontormo: A Heretical Love
[ 2004 ] Pontormo Jacopo Carrucci
The Kid & I
[ 2005 ] Davis Roman
Edmond
[ 2005 ] Man in Bar
Nine Lives
[ 2005 ] Richard
Elvis and Anabelle
[ 2007 ] Charlie
The Simpsons Movie
[ 2007 ] Fat Tony
Cougar Club
[ 2007 ] Mr. Stack
Naked Fear
[ 2007 ] Sheriff Tom Benike
Witless Protection
[ 2008 ] Dr. RondogDocSavage
West of Brooklyn
[ 2008 ] Gaetano D Amico
Lonely Street
[ 2008 ] Jerry Finkelman
Redbelt
[ 2008 ] Jerry Weiss
Hank and Mike
[ 2008 ] Mr. Pan
Childless
[ 2008 ] Richard
My Suicide
[ 2009 ] Dr. Chandrakar
The Assistants
[ 2009 ] Gary Greene
The House That Jack Built
[ 2009 ] Jack Sr.
Cars 2
[ 2011 ] Grem
The War of 1812
[ 2011 ] Narrator
Compulsion
[ 2013 ] Detective Reynolds
10 Cent Pistol
[ 2014 ] Punchy
Kill Me, Deadly
[ 2015 ] Bugsy Siegel
The Bronx Bull
[ 2016 ] Rick Rosselli
Rolling Thunder
[ 2020 ] Joe

TV Shows

Criminal Minds
David Rossi
Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders
David Rossi
Joan of Arcadia
Will Girardi
Open All Night
Arab, Change
Soap
Juan One
The Simpsons
Fat Tony, Gordus Antonius, Fit Tony

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Joe Mantegna, Speed the Plow


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Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Joe Mantegna , Glengarry Glen Ross

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Mantegna been in?

Joe Mantegna has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Joe Mantegna been in?

Joe Mantegna has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Joe Mantegna been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Speed the Plow and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross.

What awards has Joe Mantegna won?

Joe Mantegna won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for Glengarry Glen Ross.

How many shows has Joe Mantegna written?

Joe Mantegna has written 1 shows including Bleacher Bums (Conceiver).

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