Ray Abruzzo

Ray Abruzzo

70 · Born: Aug 12, 1954

Personal Details

BornAug 12, 1954 Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Ray Abruzzo, a celebrated American actor of considerable repute, left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry through a diverse array of captivating performances, with his iconic portrayal of the enigmatic Little Carmine Lupertazzi on the widely acclaimed and critically lauded television series The Sopranos standing out as a notable highlight of his impressive career.

Abruzzo's remarkable acting career has been characterized by an impressive array of diverse roles, each meticulously crafted to highlight his extraordinary talent. Among his most iconic and enduring performances is undoubtedly the portrayal of Detective Michael McGuire, a steadfast and memorable character that left an indelible mark on the popular television drama The Practice, a role he masterfully brought to life from 1998 to 2004.

Name: Michael Badalucco

Born: 1954

Birthplace: Staten Island, New York, USA

Occupation: Actor

Education: New York University's Tisch School of the Arts

Notable Works:

* The Practice (1998-2004) - Detective Michael McGuire

* American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson (2016) - F. Lee Bailey

Notable television personality, Abruzzo, has left a profound mark on the entertainment industry, showcasing his remarkable talent in various esteemed productions. Prior to his notable work on the critically acclaimed drama series The Sopranos and the esteemed legal drama The Practice, Abruzzo delighted audiences with his captivating portrayal of Tony Giuliano on the cherished sitcom Night Court, a character he masterfully brought to life from 1989 to 1991, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.

Career

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2025
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2020
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2019
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Bad Education
Bad Education as Howard Gluckin
{"id":130950,"title":"I Hate Kids","year":"2019","character":"Walter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/i-hate-kids","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/sdh0rjobbto0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/sdh0rjobbto0.jpg"},"released":1}
I Hate Kids
I Hate Kids as Walter
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2016
Creedmoria
Creedmoria as Ernest Cahill
{"id":11690,"title":"Rush Hour","year":2016,"character":"Beau","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/rush-hour-us","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7uue6brkltl0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7uue6brkltl0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":30107,"title":"Tooken","year":"2015","character":"Dalmat","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tooken","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1mq4jhuqf9h8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1mq4jhuqf9h8.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Tooken
Tooken as Dalmat
{"id":776,"title":"Transparent","year":2015,"character":"Sal","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/transparent","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3ut4e7m0ccig.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3ut4e7m0ccig.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":1037,"title":"Unforgettable","year":2015,"character":"Shane McCloud","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/unforgettable","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5lbvrbcul880.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5lbvrbcul880.jpg"},"released":1}
Unforgettable
Unforgettable as Shane McCloud
{"id":122782,"title":"The Big Fat Stone","year":"2014","character":"Detective Moreschi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-big-fat-stone","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_122782.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_122782.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
The Big Fat Stone
The Big Fat Stone as Detective Moreschi
{"id":720,"title":"Hot in Cleveland","year":2014,"character":"Phil","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/hot-in-cleveland","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_720.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_720.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":251684,"title":"Somebody Marry Me","year":"2013","character":"David Rosenberg","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/somebody-marry-me","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_251684.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_251684.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Somebody Marry Me
Somebody Marry Me as David Rosenberg
{"id":38648,"title":"After All These Years","year":"2013","character":"Artie Green","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/after-all-these-years","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_38648.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_38648.jpg"},"released":1}
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Castle
Castle as Frank Russo
{"id":844,"title":"The Mentalist","year":2013,"character":"Bill Mylar","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-mentalist","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/35rdnvkr4sug.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/35rdnvkr4sug.jpg"},"released":1}
The Mentalist
The Mentalist as Bill Mylar
{"id":43092,"title":"Snatched","year":"2011","character":"Bernie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/snatched","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_43092.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_43092.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Snatched
Snatched as Bernie
{"id":194953,"title":"The Death of Socrates","year":"2010","character":"Callias","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-death-of-socrates","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_194953.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_194953.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":535,"title":"NCIS","year":2008,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/ncis","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4bemd3336m20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4bemd3336m20.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
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2007
Murder 101
Murder 101 as Bernard Alger
{"id":149853,"title":"Making 'Cleaver'","year":"2007","character":"Carmine Lupertazzi Jr.","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/making-cleaver-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_149853.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_149853.jpg"},"released":1}
Making 'Cleaver'
Making 'Cleaver' as Carmine Lupertazzi Jr.
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Boston Legal
Boston Legal as John Sciarra
{"id":957,"title":"The Sopranos","year":2006,"character":"Carmine Lupertazzi Jr.","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-sopranos","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3hjauhkq0ip0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3hjauhkq0ip0.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
The Sopranos
The Sopranos as Carmine Lupertazzi Jr.
{"id":781,"title":"CSI: NY","year":2004,"character":"Bob Galanis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/csi-ny","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5t3erbgsc0d0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5t3erbgsc0d0.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
CSI: NY
CSI: NY as Bob Galanis
{"id":9192,"title":"Listen Up","year":2004,"character":"Sal Vedetti","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/listen-up","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9192.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9192.jpg"},"released":1}
Listen Up
Listen Up as Sal Vedetti
{"id":6847,"title":"House of Sand and Fog","year":"2003","character":"Frank","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/house-of-sand-and-fog","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6847.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6847.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
{"id":488,"title":"The Practice","year":1998,"character":"Detective Michael McGuire","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-practice","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/10e6jnp2ff1o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/10e6jnp2ff1o.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
The Practice
The Practice as Detective Michael McGuire
{"id":842,"title":"The Nanny","year":1998,"character":"Chopper Pilot","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-nanny","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4kj3mpr9cj90.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4kj3mpr9cj90.jpg"},"released":1}
The Nanny
The Nanny as Chopper Pilot
{"id":157374,"title":"Her Last Chance","year":"1996","character":"Martin Gundarsson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/her-last-chance","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_157374.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_157374.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Her Last Chance
Her Last Chance as Martin Gundarsson
{"id":8338,"title":"Diagnosis Murder","year":1994,"character":"Mort Slater","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/diagnosis-murder","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8338.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8338.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Diagnosis Murder
Diagnosis Murder as Mort Slater
{"id":2076,"title":"Murder, She Wrote","year":1993,"character":"Mike LaRocca","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/murder-she-wrote","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2qu16fume7r0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2qu16fume7r0.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Murder, She Wrote
Murder, She Wrote as Mike LaRocca
{"id":8494,"title":"Night Court","year":1989,"character":"Tony Giuliano","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/night-court","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8494.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8494.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Night Court
Night Court as Tony Giuliano
{"id":1397,"title":"Dynasty","year":1988,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/dynasty-1981","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1397.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1397.jpg"},"released":1}
1988