Alex Rocco - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 29, 1936 |
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| Died | July 18, 2015 (age 79) |
| Birthplace | Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Alex Rocco's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Moe Greene in 'The Godfather'; roles in TV shows such as 'The Famous Teddy Z' and voice work in 'A Bug's Life.' |
Intro
Alex Rocco was an American actor best known for his role as Moe Greene in the classic film 'The Godfather.' Recognized for his distinctive raspy voice and his frequent portrayals of gangsters and tough guys, Rocco’s acting career spanned film, television, and voice work.
Early Life & Background
Born Alexander Federico Petricone Jr. in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Rocco was raised in a working-class Italian-American family. Before pursuing acting, he had minor run-ins with the law and later relocated to California, where he studied acting under Leonard Nimoy.
Career Highlights
- Played Moe Greene in 'The Godfather' (1972)
- Won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for 'The Famous Teddy Z' (1990)
- Voice of Thorny in Pixar's 'A Bug's Life' (1998)
- Regular television appearances on 'The Facts of Life,' 'The Simpsons,' and 'The Practice'
Trivia
- Changed his name to Alex Rocco after moving to Los Angeles.
- Took acting classes from Leonard Nimoy, who became his mentor.
- Was of Italian descent and often cast as mobsters or tough characters.
FAQs
People also ask
Alex Rocco was born the 29 February 1936.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About February 29th, 1936, in brief:
- Historical events: The United States Neutrality Act, designed to prevent the nation from being drawn into external conflicts, was signed into law on February 29, 1936. The act imposed restrictions on American citizens and businesses to avoid involvement in foreign wars.
- Day of the week: February 29th, 1936 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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