Steven Vincent Buscemi is a famous actor from America. He was born on December 13, 1957, in Brooklyn, New York. Buscemi is known for playing different characters in movies and TV shows.
He started his career with roles in independent films like “Parting Glances” (1986) and “Mystery Train” (1989). His breakout role came in Quentin Tarantino’s “Reservoir Dogs” (1992), where he played Mr. Pink.
Buscemi has acted in various films, both independent and mainstream, such as “Pulp Fiction” (1994), “Con Air” (1997), and “The Big Lebowski” (1998). He often works with the Coen brothers in movies like “Fargo” (1996).
Apart from movies, Buscemi has had a successful career on television. He starred in the HBO series “Boardwalk Empire” (2010–2014), earning awards for his performance.
In addition to acting, Buscemi has directed films like “Trees Lounge” (1996) and “Interview” (2007).
He was born in Brooklyn to Dorothy and John Buscemi. His father was a sanitation worker, and his mother worked as a hostess. Buscemi has three brothers, and one of them, Michael, is also an actor.
Buscemi moved from East New York to Valley Stream during his early life. He graduated from Valley Stream Central High School in 1975. He then briefly attended Nassau Community College before studying acting in Manhattan.
Buscemi made his acting debut in 1985 and gained recognition for his roles in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He became well-known for his versatility and unique characters in various films.
Besides acting, Buscemi has been involved in directing and has worked on several TV shows. He received awards for his work in “Boardwalk Empire.”
In his personal life, Buscemi was a firefighter in New York City from 1980 to 1984. He volunteered after the September 11 attacks, working at his old firehouse.
Buscemi married Jo Andres in 1987, and they had a son named Lucian. Jo Andres passed away on January 6, 2019.
Buscemi is also known for his interest in music, particularly as a Beastie Boys fan. He resides in Park Slope, Brooklyn.