American actor Bobby Cannavale is known for his roles as Roberto Caffey in the crime drama Third Watch (1999–2001), Vincent ‘Vince’ D’Angelo in the sitcom Will & Grace (2004–2006, 2018), Gyp Rosetti in the period crime drama Boardwalk Empire (2012), Richie Finestra in the period drama Vinyl (2016), Dr. Mike Cruz in the comedy-drama TV series Nurse Jackie (2012–2013), and Colin Belfast in the psychological thriller American Psycho (2005) His efforts in films like The Station Agent (2003), Blue Jasmine (2013), Spy (2015), I, Tonya (2017), and The Irishman (2019) have also brought him widespread acclaim.
Bobby Cannavale Biography,
Real name: Robert Michael Cannavale
Nickname: Bobby
Date of Birth: May 3, 1970
Profession: Actor
Nationality: American
Birthplace: Union City, New Jersey, United States
Age: 53 years old (in 2023)
Father: Sal Cannavale
Mother: Isabel Cannavale
Sister: Rose Byrne
Gender: Male
Religion: Roman Catholic
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Body Measurements: 40-15-32 Inches
Bodytype: Slim
Hair Color: blond
Eye Color: brown
Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m)
Weight: 83 kg (183 lbs)
School: Coconut Creek High School
College: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College
Profession: Actor
Debut:Film: The Bone Collector (1999) Film: Night Falls on Manhattan (1997)
Net Worth: $10 million, Approx
Marital Status: Married
Wife: Jenny Lumet (m. 1994–2003)
Children: Jake Cannavale, Rocco Cannavale
Ethnicity: Multiracial (White and Hispanic)
Education
In his native Union City, Bobby had gone to the Catholic St. Michael’s School. He had attended a Florida high school after relocating there but was kicked out of his final year. After moving back to Union City, he enrolled at Union Hill High. In addition, he spent three months at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. After learning that his instructor had been plotting to take his girlfriend, Bobby decided to leave.
Girlfriend or Spouse
Jenny Lumet, an actress and playwright, and Bobby were married from 1994 until 2003. On May 1, 1995, Jacob “Jake” Lumet Cannavale (musician, and actor) was born to his parents. In 2003, they completed their separation.
Adams, Jane (1995)
Michelle Williams (2003–2004)
Annabella Sciorra (2004-2007)
Actress Rose Byrne (since 2012): In August of 2012, Bobby started dating Rose Byrne, an actress from Australia. Rocco Cannavale (born February 1, 2016) and Rafa Cannavale (born November 2017) are the couple’s kids.
Facts About Bobby Cannavale
The man is a true early bird, rising every day at 6:30 a.m.
Bobby is an avid reader.
He had first developed an interest in performing after portraying a mobster in a school performance of Guys and Dolls.
When he was 13 years old, his parents divorced, and his mother took him to Puerto Rico. They ultimately settled in the Florida city of Margate.
After being kicked out of high school in Florida, he moved back to his native New Jersey with hopes of launching an acting career in New York.
As Vincent ‘Vince’ D’Angelo, he had already received a Primetime Emmy Award in 2005 for ‘Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series’ for his role on the comedy Will & Grace. Eight years later, for his performance as Gyp Rosetti on Boardwalk Empire, he won another Emmy, this time for “Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.”
He has also appeared in a number of plays on stage, for which he has received two Tony Award nominations: once for “Best Featured Actor in a Play” for his performance in Mauritius (2008), and once for “Best Actor in a Play” for his performance in The Motherf*cker with the Hat (2011).
Almost every night before bed, he consumes a bowl of cereal.
In 1990, Bobby was the nighttime presenter for a station that played only inspirational music and messages.
He has listened to his eldest son, Jake, read all seven volumes of the Harry Potter series.
Bobby is a huge New York sports fan, especially the Knicks, Jets, and Yankees.
In other words, Cannavale despises formal attire.
He doesn’t want or need a pet and has never had one.
On days when cars must park on the other side of the street, Bobby enjoys spending an hour and a half in his automobile.
He has played poker with the same group of guys every week in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City, for the last staggering twenty years.
He tried out for the part of Sergeant Barnes, ultimately portrayed by Tom Berenger, in the 1986 film Platoon.
Before he became an actor, Bobby worked as an audition reader. This is how he landed three gigs as well. In the early 1990s, he and the shoe designer Brian Atwood worked at a club together.
If he hadn’t been concerned about his weight, he may have eaten pizza every day.
He sang an original song he wrote titled “Please Come Back to Me” and won the high school talent event. His ex-girlfriend Marcy Landreth was the intended recipient of this poem.
He also won the singing competition as half of the duet Hu-Man Style, who sang “If You Leave” by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Bobby Cannavale?
Bobby Cannavale is an American actor, born on 03 May 1970 in Union City, New Jersey, United States.
How old is Bobby Cannavale?
Bobby Cannavale is 53 years old as of October 2023.
How tall is Bobby Cannavale?
Bobby Cannavale is 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m).
