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The Birth of Alfredo James Pacino
Born in the East Harlem, New York, NY. An only child of Sicilian Italian-American parents Rose and Salvatore Pacino. -
Moving Away
His parents divorced when he was two years old. He moved to the South Bronx and was raised by his mother and grandparents, Kate and James Gerardi. (Italian immigrants from Corleone) -
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Herman Ridder Junior High school
Al Pacino did not like this school because his teachers continued saying that the reason he performed poorly in all his subjects, aside from English was because he did not have a father figure in his life. -
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High School of Performing Arts
At age 16, Al Pacino audition for the High School of Performing Arts and got accepted immediately. But eventually dropped out one year later. -
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Making a Living
Al Pacino moved out of his home and took on a variety of jobs as a messenger, janitor, busboy, postal clerk, and mailroom employee. He tried to participate in any acting gig. After, he moved to Greenwich Village in 1959 to pursue his dreams of becoming an actor. -
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Herbert Berghof Studio
Before, Al Pacino got rejected when auditioning for acting companies until he got selected by HB Studio. He studied theater at Herbert Berghof Studio acting school in New York for 4 years. -
The death of two beloved people
Al Pacino's mother died at the age of 43. The following year, his maternal grandfather died. Pacino was at his lowest point and said, "I was 22 and the two most influential people in my life had gone, so that sent me into a tailspin." -
Hello, Out There
Soon after, Al Pacino received offers for roles in off-Broadway productions, including one in the William Saroyan play "Hello, Out There." The play follows the adventures of Photo Finish, a traveling gambler who is detained and accused of a terrible crime in a small Texas town.
-Al Pacino played the young man. -
Why Is a Crooked Letter
One Off-Broadway production that Al Pacino appeared in was "Why Is a Crooked Letter." It is about two unsolved killings by Tom Franklin that link the past and the present. -
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Actors Studio
Al Pacino was accepted into Lee Strasberg's Actor Studio and started taking lessons from the renowned acting coach, Lee Strasberg. He learned the principles of method acting.
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The Indian Wants The Bronx
The one-act play "The Indian Wants The Bronx" by Israel Horovitz featured Al Pacino. In the play, two teenage boys attack and confront an Indian guy who is seeking to visit his son in New York City.
-Pacino played a character called Murph. (one of the two teenage boys) -
Awake And Sing!
For one season, Pacino performed in the Clifford Odets drama "Awake And Sing!" at the Boston Playhouse. (Received approximately $125 each week) The play by illustrates concerns that were important in the 1930s and still matter now, including financial hardship, a widening wealth disparity, mistrust of the government, and a gap between expectations and reality. -
Does the Tiger Wear a Necktie?
Pacino made his Broadway debut and won a Tony Award for his performance in the play, "Does the Tiger Wear a Necktie?" The drama explores the lives of addicts and our method of treatment. -
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Growth of Hollywood
Al Pacino made his feature film debut in "The Panic in Needle Park," but "The Godfather" sparked his career and earned him his first Oscar nominations (he was nominated eight more times). Pacino appeared in three successful movies in quick succession, each of which led to an Oscar nomination for best actor. -
William Shakespeare's Richard III
Actor Al Pacino performed the play "Looking for Richard." The play is about Richard of Gloucester, who desires to rule England and uses trickery and manipulation to get there.
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Return of the Stage
Al Pacino returned to the stage after his film career and was recognized with a Tony Award for his leading performance in David Rabe's "The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel." The play follows a hapless young native man as he undergoes basic military training,
-Al Pacino character is Pavlo Hummel. -
American Buffalo
Al Pacino appeared in David Mamet's play "American Buffalo." The play is about three men struggling with poverty, friendship and trust while contemplating a robbery.
- Al Pacino played as Walter Cole, called Teach.
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Julius Caesar
Pacino appeared in the William Shakespeare play, "Julius Caesar." The play tells the story of the conspiracy against Caesar, his assassination and the defeat of his conspirators. -Al Pacino character is Mark Antony. -
The first born child
Al Pacino's first daughter, Julie Pacino was born on October 16, 1989 in Queens, New York, USA. The mother of this child is Jan Tarrant. (from his previous relationship) -
The birth of twins
Anton and Olivia Pacino was born on January 25, 2001, Los Angeles, California. The mother of these two is Beverly D'Angelo. (Past relationship) -
Salome
Al Pacino featured in Oscar Wilde's play called, "Salome." The play focuses on Salome, Herod Antipas's stepdaughter, trying to seduce Jokanaan.
-Al Pacino's character is Herod. -
Achievement Award
Pacino received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American film Institute. -
The Merchant of Venice
Al Pacino starred in the play, "The Merchant of Venice," By William Shakespeare. In the play, Antonio, an angry trader, borrows money from Shylock, a Jew, to help his friend in marrying Portia.
-Al Pacino character is Shylock. -
Glengarry Glen Ross
Pacino performed in David Mamet play called, "Glengarry Glen Ross." The play is about a group of ruthless real-estate salesmen who compete to sell lots in Florida developments known as Glengarry Highlands and Glen Ross Farms.
-Al Pacino character is Richard Roma. -
Honors
Pacino and his performances were celebrated at the 39th Kennedy center Honors. -
Awards and Honors
Al Pacino has won an Oscar, two Emmy's, two Tony's, four Golden Globe Awards, and two primetime Emmy Awards. -
Fourth baby
Al Pacino and Noor Alfrallah (currently in relationship) have a baby boy named Roman Pacino, born on June 15, 2023. -
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