Tony Lip Biography

Fast Facts

• In 1938, he earned the nickname "Lip" for his persuasiveness and ability to out-talk anyone
• Worked at the Copacabana Nightclub in New York City for 12 years, meeting such famous people as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and Tony Bennett
• Got his big break when he was cast in "The Godfather․"
• Known for portraying crime bosses and mobsters in films
• Wrote about personal stories and family Italian recipes in his book "Shut Up and Eat!"
• Served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953 and was stationed in Germany