Michael Rispoli Biography

Fast Facts

• Majored in theater at State University of New York at Plattsburgh, N․Y
• Quote: "Everything in this business is rejection․ Any time somebody tells you that they noticed you or that you did a good job, it's nice to hear because it gives you fuel to keep going․ You have to sustain yourself․"
• Quote: "I thought I was handsome and sexy, but once I got into the business, I came to find out that Handsome and sexy is six foot tall, size-40 suit and looks good in a tuxedo․ So I'm Handsome's best friend․"
• Quote: "You do films for a bunch of different reasons, but the main thing is that you want to keep your legs moving so that when the really good role comes along, you're ready․"
• Quote: "(On the benefits of typecasting) "The more you're out there, the more you're noticed․ As soon as people can put your face to your name, more opportunities come․""
• When he is not performing he enjoys making wine
• Is an avid practitioner of the martial art, Tae Kwon Do