Best known as Herc in The Wire, Ray Zancanelli in The Deuce, and Dominick Carisi Sr. in Law & Order: SVU.
Films
- The IrishmanAnthony ‘Fat Tony’ Salerno2019
- Brawl in Cell Block 99Gil2017
- The WannabeMickey2015
- The GamblerErnie2014
- A Guide to Recognizing Your SaintsFrankie2006
- Find Me GuiltyJerry McQueen2006
- S.W.A.T.GQ2003
- The Royal TenenbaumsAirport Police Officer #22001
- For Love of the GameBaseball Fan1999
- The YardsTelly2000
TV shows
- Law & Order: Special Victims UnitDominick Carisi Sr.2021–2024
- The DeuceRay Zancanelli2017–2019
- Boardwalk EmpireRalph Capone2011–2013
- The WireThomas ‘Herc’ Hauk2002–2008
- OzRalph ‘Ralphie’ Cifaretto2001–2003
- The SopranosBryan Spatafore2000–2001
- Third WatchFrankie2000
- Law & OrderVarious roles1999–2002
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About Domenick Lombardozzi
Domenick Lombardozzi is an American actor of Italian descent, born on March 25, 1976, in The Bronx, New York. He is best known for his role as Thomas ‘Herc’ Hauk on the acclaimed HBO series The Wire, and has built a versatile career in both film and television, often playing tough, streetwise characters.
FAQs
What is Domenick Lombardozzi’s most famous role?
He is best known for playing Thomas ‘Herc’ Hauk on the HBO series The Wire (2002–2008).
Did he appear in The Sopranos?
Yes, he played Bryan Spatafore, the brother of Vito Spatafore, in two episodes of The Sopranos.
Has he worked with Martin Scorsese?
Yes, he played Anthony ‘Fat Tony’ Salerno in Scorsese’s 2019 film The Irishman.
What role does he play in Law & Order: SVU?
He plays Dominick Carisi Sr., the father of Detective Sonny Carisi, appearing in multiple episodes from 2021 onward.
Is he related to any other actors?
No, he is not known to be related to other actors, though he often plays Italian-American characters.
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