| Who is it? | Actor |
| Birth Day | June 14, 1944 |
| Birth Place | Buffalo, New York, United States |
| Age | 79 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
| Other names | Joseph Grifasi |
| Alma mater | Canisius College Yale School of Drama |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Spouse(s) | Jane Ira Bloom |
Joe Grifasi, a well-known American actor, has amassed an estimated net worth of $1.9 million as of 2024. With a successful career spanning several decades, Grifasi has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. His impressive filmography includes notable roles in films like "Presumed Innocent" and "Natural Born Killers," showcasing his versatility and acting prowess. Grifasi has also graced the stage, earning critical acclaim for his performances in various Broadway productions. Throughout his career, he has showcased his exceptional talent, contributing to his significant net worth and his reputation as a respected actor in the United States.
Grifasi has played two New York Yankees elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame: Phil Rizzuto in 61*, set in 1961; and Yogi Berra in The Bronx Is Burning, set in 1977. Grifasi has played defense attorney, later Superior Court Judge, Hashi Horowitz on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit since 2005.
Grifasi was born in Buffalo, New York, the son of Patricia (née Gaglione) and Joseph J. Grifasi, a skilled laborer. Grifasi graduated from Bishop Fallon High School, a now-defunct Roman Catholic high school in Buffalo, when he made the decision that he wanted to be, not just any old actor, but a character actor. He played football and acted in many of the school's plays. Grifasi briefly attended Canisius College in Buffalo before joining the United States Army. He went on to study at the Yale School of Drama. While at the Yale School of Drama, he met his Future wife, jazz soprano-saxophonist Jane Ira Bloom; they were married in 1974.
