Trivia

Reportedly struck by lightning but survived and returned to work.

Turned down college football scholarships and moved to California at age 18 to try acting. He was reportedly considered for the role of "Johnny Roastbeef" in GoodFellas (1990).

Survived by his three daughters, Chloe Longo, Danielle, and Alexis.

His last name, appropriately enough means "tall" in Italian.

Was friends with Scott Baio, Tony Danza, Esai Morales, and WWE superstar Mark Calaway.