Noted Italian-American actor, whose remarkable career trajectory has unfolded in a most unexpected yet ultimately triumphant manner, has emerged as a late-blooming talent, paralleling the illustrious paths of celebrated thespians such as Chazz Palminteri and James Gandolfini.
JJ's formative years were spent immersed in the bustling Buffalo bar and restaurant scene, where his innate entrepreneurial drive first began to take shape. Following the completion of his academic pursuits, JJ embarked on his initial foray into the world of business with 3C Multimedia, a venture that saw him play a key role in the production of the television pilot "Discs" in collaboration with renowned screenwriter Norman Toy, whose impressive body of work includes contributions to the iconic TV series "MacGyver". Furthermore, JJ's creative endeavors extended to the realm of music videos, where he had the opportunity to work with notable artists such as Dipset, Purple City Bird Gang, and Conway & Westside Gun, fostering a diverse range of artistic partnerships that would serve as a foundation for his future professional pursuits.
JJ's fervent enthusiasm for the entertainment industry ultimately prompted him to establish the legendary Gypsy Parlor and Duke's Bohemian Grove Bar, fondly referred to as DBGB. Leveraging his extensive experience as a music promoter, JJ skillfully brought together numerous national and Grammy-nominated acts to perform at his esteemed establishments. A diverse range of notable artists have had the privilege of taking the stage at JJ's venues, including the likes of Rob Base, Afrika Bambaataa, Pharoahe Monch, Snarky Puppy, Soullive, Dr. Famous, a side project of the renowned Disco Biscuits, Floodwood, a side project of Moe, Devon Allman, Rob Wasserman, a member of the iconic Grateful Dead, Academy Award performer Stephane Wrembel, Keller Williams, and many, many more.
