Joe Cortese
Joe Cortese is an actor known for his roles in Green Book, The Loudest Voice, and The Assassination of Gianni Versace-American Crime Story.
Fiction Writer | Movie Actor | Producer
February 22, 1948
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Joe Cortese is an American actor acclaimed for his ability to portray complex and intense characters. He rose to fame with roles in films such as American History X and The Beverly Hillbillies, as well as TV shows like The Sopranos, Law & Order, and CSI: Miami. In recent years, Cortese has taken part in several significant projects, including playing Roger Stone in the Roger Ailes mini-series, The Loudest Voice, and depicting Giorgio Armani in The Assassination of Gianni Versace-American Crime Story. He also had a role in the Oscar-winning film Green Book. Some of his other major film roles include Windows, Evilspeak, and Monsignor. Cortese’s talent has been acknowledged with a Best Actor Award at the Genie Awards for his performance in Tick Tock. Besides acting, he has also worked as a writer, director, and producer. A passionate advocate for animal rights, Cortese has been actively involved in various animal welfare organizations throughout his career.