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Nicholas Turturro

Nicholas Turturro - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 29, 1962
Age64
BirthplaceBrooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Nicholas Turturro's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForPortraying Detective James Martinez on 'NYPD Blue' and appearing in Spike Lee films such as 'Do the Right Thing'.

Intro

Nicholas Turturro is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'NYPD Blue' and films including 'Do the Right Thing' and 'The Longest Yard.' He is recognized for playing law enforcement officers and for his frequent collaborations with director Spike Lee.

Early Life & Background

Nicholas Turturro was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian-American parents; his mother was a housewife and amateur jazz singer, and his father was a carpenter and navy serviceman who immigrated from Italy. He is the younger brother of actor John Turturro.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Detective James Martinez on 'NYPD Blue' (1993–2000), earning an Emmy nomination.
  • Worked with Spike Lee in films like 'Do the Right Thing' (1989), 'Mo' Better Blues' (1990), and 'Jungle Fever' (1991).
  • Appeared in 'The Longest Yard' (2005) and other mainstream films.
  • Recurring roles in TV series such as 'Blue Bloods' and appearances in popular shows like 'Law & Order: SVU'.

Trivia

  • Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his role on 'NYPD Blue.'
  • He is the younger brother of actor John Turturro and cousin of actress Aida Turturro.

FAQs

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How old is Nicholas Turturro?

Nicholas Turturro is 64 years old.

When was Nicholas Turturro born?

Nicholas Turturro was born the 29 January 1962.

Where is Nicholas Turturro from?

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About January 29th, 1962, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Geneva Conference on nuclear test ban negotiations concluded on January 29, 1962, without reaching an agreement. The Soviet Union's proposal for an immediate treaty banning space, atmospheric, and underwater tests, along with a moratorium on underground tests pending a control system agreement, was rejected by the U.S. and U.K. due to the absence of a specific control system.
  • Day of the week: January 29th, 1962 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Peppermint Twist - Part 1 by Joey Dee & the Starliters
  • #1 UK song: The Young Ones by Cliff Richard
  • Popular movie: To Kill a Mockingbird directed by Robert Mulligan

Check the link for more news and curiosities on January 29th, 1962.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicholas_Turturro
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0877748/