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Lenny Montana (born Leonardo Passafaro; March 13, 1926 – May 12, 1992) was an American actor who played the role of the feared hitman Luca Brasi in The Godfather. Before becoming an actor, he had a successful career as a professional wrestler and worked as an enforcer for the Colombo crime family.
Lenny Montana. Actor: The Godfather. Tall and solidly built, this Italian-American professional wrestler turned actor was born Lenny Passaforo in Brooklyn, New York, and is best remembered for his first on-screen role as the not too bright but ever loyal bodyguard Luca Brasi in The Godfather (1972). Montana didn't get a lot of screen time ...
Discover 17 intriguing facts about Lenny Montana, the actor known for playing Luca Brasi in The Godfather. From his mob connections to his wrestling career, uncover the lesser-known details of this iconic figure.
Lenny Montana was an American actor and professional wrestler, best remembered for his portrayal of ‘Luca Brasi’ in the movie ‘The Godfather.’ Check out this biography to know about his childhood, family, personal life, career, and achievements.
Lenny Montana. Actor: The Godfather. Tall and solidly built, this Italian-American professional wrestler turned actor was born Lenny Passaforo in Brooklyn, New York, and is best remembered for his first on-screen role as the not too bright but ever loyal bodyguard Luca Brasi in The Godfather (1972). Montana didn't get a lot of screen time ...
Nov 28, 2022 · A mafia don happened to be on the set one day, along with his massive bodyguard, Lenny Montana. When director Francis Ford Coppola saw him, he knew he was perfect for the part, and cast him immediately.
Lenny Montana, born Leonardo Passofaro in 1926 in Brooklyn, New York City, was an American actor and former professional wrestler. With Italian roots, Lenny began his career as a professional wrestler known as Zebra Kid.
May 12, 1992 · Tall and solidly built, this Italian-American professional wrestler turned actor was born Lenny Passaforo in Brooklyn, New York, and is best remembered for his first on-screen role as the not too bright but ever loyal bodyguard Luca Brasi in The Godfather (1972).
Biography. An American actor, born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA on March 13, 1926. He is best known for his roles in The Godfather (1972), The Jerk (1979), and Defiance (1980). Also, he was a professional wrestler and worked as an enforcer for the Colombo crime family. Montana ...Read more. Nationality: US. Date of Birth:
The Godfather (1972) Lenny Montana as Luca Brasi. [speaking to himself, practicing his speech] Luca Brasi : Don Corleone, I am honored and grateful that you have invited me to your home on the wedding day of your daughter. And may their first child be a masculine child.
