Steven Ralph Schirripa, a renowned American actor, was born on September 3, 1957. He has gained widespread recognition for his captivating portrayals of various characters, including Bobby Baccalieri in the critically acclaimed television series The Sopranos, Leo Boykewich in the popular teen drama The Secret Life of the American Teenager, and Detective Anthony Abetemarco in the long-running police procedural Blue Bloods.
In addition to his acting accomplishments, Schirripa has also ventured into the realm of television hosting, serving as the host of two Investigation Discovery series: Karma's A B*tch! and Nothing Personal. Furthermore, his voice has been featured in the Open Season film series, where he lends his talents to the character of Roberto.