Maniscalo's Comedy Sweat Is Paying Off
"You gotta be patient in any business to get your shot: you don't become a bodybuilder the first day you walk into the gym, it takes some work."


Sebastian Maniscalco (; Italian: [maniˈskalko]; born July 8, 1973) is an American stand-up comedian and actor. Best known for his physical comedy, Maniscalco has released six comedy specials. He has also had supporting acting roles in the films Green Book (2018) and The Irishman (2019), playing mobster Joe Gallo in the latter. He also played Frank Russo in the 2022 film Somewhere in Queens. Maniscalco co-wrote and co-starred in the 2023 film About My Father with Robert De Niro playing the role of his father.
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