Actor. A native of Gagliato, Italy, he is best known for playing thugs and henchmen, most notably in the classic “Batman” television series. His big-screen credits include “Wiretapper” (1955), “I Was A Teenage Werewolf” (1957), “Change Of Habit” (1969), “My Father’s House” (1975), “Fast Break” (1979), “Samurai” (1979), “The Onion Field” (1979), “Midas Valley” (1985), “Command 5” (1985), and “The Kindred” (1987).  A veteran of World War II, he served as a Private in the United States Army Air Force. He passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada, after suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease. (bio by: K)