John 'Cha Cha' Ciarcia

John 'Cha Cha' Ciarcia

Deceased · Born: May 24, 1940 · Died: Nov 21, 2015

Personal Details

BornMay 24, 1940 Brooklyn, New York, USA

Biography

John 'Cha Cha' Ciarcia, a dynamic and multifaceted individual with a profound passion for the performing arts, made his grand entrance into this world on May 24, 1940, in the culturally rich and vibrant borough of Brooklyn, New York, USA, a place where the energy of the city never slept and the sounds of music and laughter filled the air.

He, a multifaceted thespian and cinematic visionary, made a profound and lasting impact on the entertainment landscape, his impressive body of work featuring standout performances in a diverse array of films, including the critically acclaimed Mamamia, released in 1995, the crime drama Goodfellas, which premiered in 1990, and the dark comedy Death to Smoochy, which debuted in 2002.

John's remarkable professional trajectory was merely the foundation upon which his remarkable life was built, as he was also deeply invested in nurturing and cultivating a profound and abiding bond with his wife, Karen King, a relationship that was marked by love, mutual respect, and a deep emotional connection.

John 'Cha Cha' Ciarcia's mortal coil was irreparably rent asunder on November 21, 2015, a fateful day that would forever alter the trajectory of his existence and the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him, leaving in his wake a rich tapestry of memories, a treasure trove of wisdom, and a legacy that will undoubtedly continue to captivate, inspire, and delight generations to come, a testament to the enduring power of his spirit and the profound impact he had on the world around him.

Career

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2010
Grand Slammed
Grand Slammed as Talent Agent
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2009
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2002
Death to Smoochy
Death to Smoochy as Autograph Man
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2000
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1999
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1998
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1996
The Funeral
The Funeral as Cha Cha
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1994
Who Do I Gotta Kill?
Who Do I Gotta Kill? as Marty "No-Neck" Scalia
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1992
Hoffa
Hoffa as D'Ally's Financial Advisor
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1990
Goodfellas
Goodfellas as Batts' Crew #1
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1987
China Girl
China Girl as Cha Cha
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2010
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2003