Joseph Cortese | |
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Born |
Paterson, New Jersey |
February 22, 1948
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1973–present |
Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
Spouse(s) | Kim Delaney (1989-1994; divorced) |
Children | Jack Cortese |
Joseph Cortese (born February 22, 1948) is an American actor who had major roles in films such as Windows (1980), Evilspeak (1981) and Monsignor (1982).
Cortese was born on February 22, 1948 in Paterson, New Jersey. He went to Midwestern College where he earned hia BA in theatre. Cortese went to New York City the train under Milton Katselas.
Cortese has had major roles in films such as Windows (1980), Evilspeak (1981) and Monsignor (1982). His other film appearances include roles in Arizona Slim (1974), Jessi's Girls (1975), The Death Collector (1976), Deadly Illusion (1987), Ruby (1992), Illicit Dreams (1994), American History X (1998) and Against the Ropes (2004).
Cortese was married to actress Kim Delaney from 1989 until their divorce in 1994. They have a son, Jack, who was born in 1990.