Michael Rispoli

Birth Name:

Michael Rispoli

Birth Place:

Tappan, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Writer, Producer

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․""
Is an avid practitioner of the martial art, Tae Kwon Do
When he is not performing he enjoys making wine

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