John Cassisi, a former American child actor of distinction, entered the world on September 5, 1962, marking the beginning of a life that would be filled with numerous memorable performances on the big and small screens.
Cassisi's initial foray into the world of entertainment was marked by an unconventional and unexpected turn of events. It was during his time in a Brooklyn classroom that the director, Alan Parker, who was then actively engaged in the production of the film "Bugsy Malone", made a peculiar request. Parker, seeking to identify the most unruly student in the class, asked the students to nominate the "naughtiest" boy in their midst. And it was Cassisi, amidst a sea of classmates, who was ultimately chosen for the distinction. This serendipitous encounter would ultimately lead to Cassisi landing a role in the film, thereby launching his career in the entertainment industry.
The year 1982 proved to be a significant one in the life and career of Cassisi, as it was during this time that he made a notable appearance in the Broadway film Gemini, alongside the talented Scott Baio, who had previously gained fame for his role in the 1976 film Bugsy Malone.
Cassisi, a former actor, made a significant career shift into the construction industry, ultimately rising to the esteemed position of Director of Global Construction at Citigroup, a prestigious financial institution, from 2012 to 2014.
Despite his professional accomplishments, Cassisi's career was subsequently overshadowed by controversy when he entered a plea of guilty to a bribery scheme in 2015.
The consequences of his actions were severe, as he was sentenced to a prison term ranging from two to six years, in addition to a substantial forfeiture of $500,000.
Cassisi's private existence is characterized by a multitude of meaningful relationships, chief among them being his union with a loving partner, with whom he has been blessed with three offspring.
