Angelo Rossitto
Actor

Angelo Rossitto Net Worth

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Angelo Rossitto was a prolific actor, appearing in over 70 films between 1927 and 1987. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1908 and was only 2' 11" tall. He worked with stars such as Lon Chaney and John Barrymore, and was a regular villain alongside Bela Lugosi. He was known for playing dwarfs, midgets, gnomes, pygmies, aliens, and monsters in a variety of films. He is best remembered for his roles in Freaks (1932), Baretta (1975), and Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985). Rossitto passed away in 1991 due to complications from surgery.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Miscellaneous Crew
Birth Day February 18, 1908
Birth Place  Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Age 112 YEARS OLD
Died On September 21, 1991(1991-09-21) (aged 83)\nLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Birth Sign Pisces
Years active 1927-1987
Height 2 ft 11 in (89 cm)

💰 Net worth: $700,000 (2024)

Angelo Rossitto, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, has an estimated net worth of $700,000 as of 2024. Known for his versatile abilities as an actor and a miscellaneous crew member, Rossitto has made notable contributions to the United States' film and television scene. With his remarkable talent and dedication, he has successfully carved a niche for himself and gained recognition for his work. As a result, his substantial net worth is a testament to his longevity and success within the industry.

Biography/Timeline

1927

Rossitto was born in Omaha, Nebraska and discovered by John Barrymore and made his screen debut opposite Barrymore in The Beloved Rogue (1927). That same year he appeared in Warner Brother's Old San Francisco. He appeared in the controversial 1932 film Freaks directed by Tod Browning, and another controversial film, 1938's Child Bride. During the 1940s, he appeared in several poverty row movies starring Bela Lugosi. He appeared frequently in television series and mini-series, particularly best known for the police drama Baretta, and his later film roles included appearances in Alex in Wonderland (1970), Brain of Blood (1971), Dracula vs. Frankenstein (1971), Little Cigars (1973), and Fairy Tales (1978). His last major role was as "Master" opposite Mel Gibson in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985).

1983

Rossitto appeared alongside singer/songwriter Tom Waits and Lee Kolima on the cover art of Waits' 1983 album Swordfishtrombones, which paid homage to his performance in Freaks.

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