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Ray Liotta

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Ray Liotta

Raymond Allen Liotta, also known as Ray Liotta, is a renowned American actor and film producer who began his career in 1978 and worked until his death in 2022. Liotta's acting career kicked off with his outstanding performance in the film Something Wild in 1986 which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination. His most notable roles, which cemented his fame, were Shoeless Joe Jackson in Field of Dreams and Henry Hill in Goodfellas. His expansive career spanned numerous other films such as Unlawful Entry, Cop Land, Hannibal, John Q., Narc, Identity, Killing Them Softly, The Place Beyond the Pines, and Marriage Story. In addition to this, Liotta was also recognized for his work in television, winning a Primetime Emmy Award for his guest role in the television series ER in 2005. He brought to life Frank Sinatra in The Rat Pack and Lorca in Texas Rising, both of which earned him Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. He also had a well-known voice acting role as Tommy Vercetti in the video game Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Liotta's pivotal roles and contributions to film and television were acknowledged posthumously when he was recognized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in February 2023. In total, Liotta's impactful career spanned over four decades, illustrating his deep dedication and significant contributions to the world of film and television.

70 movies
2 nominations

Biography, Career & Filmography

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Given Name: Raymond Allen Liotta

Born: Newark, New Jersey, U.S.

Citizenship: American

Birthday: December 18, 1954

Occupations: Actor, film producer

Years Active: 1978-2022

Children: 1

Spouses: Michelle Grace

Awards and Nominations Received by Ray Liotta

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18th Film Independent Spirit Awards 2003

Nomination

Best Supporting Male

Narc

44th Golden Globe Awards 1987

Nomination

Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor)

Something Wild

Career Timeline

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