History of John Turturro in Timeline
John Turturro is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker, renowned for his diverse roles, particularly in independent cinema. He is a frequent collaborator with acclaimed directors like the Coen brothers and Spike Lee. Turturro's contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with a Primetime Emmy Award and multiple Golden Globe nominations, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in film.
February 28, 1957: John Turturro's Birth
On February 28, 1957, John Michael Turturro was born, marking the beginning of his life and eventual career as an American actor and filmmaker.
1979: Graduation from SUNY New Paltz
In 1979, John Turturro graduated from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a Bachelor of Arts in theater studies.
1980: First Film Appearance in Raging Bull
In 1980, John Turturro made his first film appearance as a non-speaking extra in "Raging Bull".
1983: Danny and the Deep Blue Sea
In 1983, John Turturro created the title role of John Patrick Shanley's "Danny and the Deep Blue Sea" at the Playwrights Conference.
1983: Master of Fine Arts from Yale
In 1983, John Turturro received a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Yale School of Drama, furthering his education in the performing arts.
1985: To Live and Die in L.A.
In 1985, John Turturro had a notable supporting role in William Friedkin's action film "To Live and Die in L.A.", playing the henchman.
1987: Career Breakthrough with Five Corners
In 1987, John Turturro achieved his career breakthrough with his performance in "Five Corners", marking a significant milestone in his acting career.
1987: Five Corners performance
In 1987, John Turturro's performance in "Five Corners" impressed Spike Lee, leading to future collaborations.
1988: Move to Park Slope
Since 1988, John Turturro has lived in Park Slope in Brooklyn, New York.
1989: Do the Right Thing
In 1989, John Turturro acted in Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing", beginning a long-standing collaboration between the two.
1990: Mo' Better Blues
In 1990, John Turturro and Spike Lee collaborated on the film "Mo' Better Blues".
1990: Miller's Crossing
In 1990, John Turturro appeared in the Coen Brothers' film "Miller's Crossing".
1990: Miller's Crossing and Mo' Better Blues
In 1990, John Turturro starred in two films: the Coen brothers' "Miller's Crossing" and Spike Lee's "Mo' Better Blues", expanding his presence in both independent and mainstream cinema.
1991: Jungle Fever
In 1991, John Turturro and Spike Lee collaborated on the film "Jungle Fever".
1991: Barton Fink and Jungle Fever
In 1991, John Turturro starred in the Coen brothers' "Barton Fink," for which he won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, and in Spike Lee's "Jungle Fever."
1992: Directorial Debut with Mac
In 1992, John Turturro directed his first film, "Mac", marking the beginning of his career as a director.
1993: Fearless
In 1993, John Turturro starred in the film "Fearless", adding to his diverse filmography.
1994: Saturday Night Live Host
In 1994, John Turturro hosted "Saturday Night Live", where he spoofed his film, "Quiz Show".
1994: Quiz Show
In 1994, John Turturro starred in the film "Quiz Show", contributing to his varied roles in film.
1995: Clockers
In 1995, John Turturro and Spike Lee collaborated on the film "Clockers".
1996: Girl 6
In 1996, John Turturro appeared in "Girl 6", another collaboration with Spike Lee.
1998: He Got Game
In 1998, John Turturro appeared in Spike Lee's film "He Got Game".
1999: Summer of Sam
In 1999, John Turturro appeared in Spike Lee's film "Summer of Sam".
1999: Illuminata Release
In 1999, John Turturro produced, directed, and acted in the film "Illuminata", which also starred his wife, Katherine Borowitz.
2000: O Brother, Where Art Thou?
In 2000, John Turturro appeared in the Coen Brothers' film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?".
2002: Mr. Deeds
In 2002, John Turturro appeared in Adam Sandler's movie "Mr. Deeds".
2004: She Hate Me
In 2004, John Turturro appeared in Spike Lee's film "She Hate Me".
2005: Romance and Cigarettes
In 2005, John Turturro directed the film "Romance and Cigarettes", expanding his directorial work.
2006: The Good Shepherd and Transformers
In 2006, John Turturro appeared in Robert De Niro's "The Good Shepherd" and as Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" series.
2007: Transformers film series
In 2007, John Turturro portrayed Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" film series.
2008: You Don't Mess with the Zohan
In 2008, John Turturro appeared in Adam Sandler's movie "You Don't Mess with the Zohan".
2008: Miracle at St. Anna
In 2008, John Turturro appeared in Spike Lee's film "Miracle at St. Anna".
2010: Passione Directing
In 2010, John Turturro directed (and had cameo on-screen appearances in) "Passione", a film about the musical heritage of Naples, Italy.
January 2011: Dual Citizenship
As of January 2011, John Turturro held dual Italian and American citizenship.
October 2011: Broadway Directorial Debut
In October 2011, John Turturro made his stage directorial debut with the Broadway play "Relatively Speaking", guiding a cast of veteran actors.
September 2013: Fading Gigolo TIFF Premiere and Interview
In September 2013, John Turturro's film "Fading Gigolo" premiered at TIFF, and Turturro discussed parallels between sex work and acting in an interview.
2013: Fading Gigolo
In 2013, John Turturro directed the film "Fading Gigolo", continuing his work as a director.
March 2014: Career Achievement Tribute at Miami International Film Festival
In March 2014, John Turturro received the Career Achievement tribute and award at the 31st Edition of the Miami International Film Festival.
2016: The Night Of
In 2016, John Turturro starred in the HBO thriller miniseries "The Night Of".
2016: Wife's Career Change
In 2016, John Turturro's wife, actress Katherine Borowitz, transitioned to a social work career.
2017: Transformers film series
In 2017, John Turturro portrayed Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" film series.
2018: Gloria Bell
In 2018, John Turturro starred in "Gloria Bell", adding to his extensive list of film appearances.
2019: The Name of the Rose Adaptation
In 2019, John Turturro played William of Baskerville in a television adaptation of Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose".
2020: The Jesus Rolls
In 2020, John Turturro directed the film "The Jesus Rolls", marking his fifth directorial venture.
2020: The Plot Against America
In 2020, John Turturro starred in the HBO miniseries "The Plot Against America".
2022: The Batman and Severance
In 2022, John Turturro appeared as Carmine Falcone in Matt Reeves' film "The Batman" and portrayed Irving Bailiff on the television series "Severance".
2022: The Batman
In 2022, John Turturro portrayed Carmine Falcone in Matt Reeves' film "The Batman".
2023: Mickey Sabbath in Sabbath's Theater
In 2023, John Turturro starred as Mickey Sabbath in the off-Broadway adaptation of Philip Roth's novel "Sabbath's Theater".
