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.
On February 28, 1957, John Michael Turturro was born, marking the beginning of his life and eventual career as an American actor and filmmaker.
In 1979, John Turturro graduated from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a Bachelor of Arts in theater studies.
In 1980, John Turturro made his first film appearance as a non-speaking extra in "Raging Bull".
In 1983, John Turturro created the title role of John Patrick Shanley's "Danny and the Deep Blue Sea" at the Playwrights Conference.
In 1983, John Turturro received a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Yale School of Drama, furthering his education in the performing arts.
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.
In 1987, John Turturro achieved his career breakthrough with his performance in "Five Corners", marking a significant milestone in his acting career.
In 1987, John Turturro's performance in "Five Corners" impressed Spike Lee, leading to future collaborations.
Since 1988, John Turturro has lived in Park Slope in Brooklyn, New York.
In 1989, John Turturro acted in Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing", beginning a long-standing collaboration between the two.
In 1990, John Turturro and Spike Lee collaborated on the film "Mo' Better Blues".
In 1990, John Turturro appeared in the Coen Brothers' film "Miller's Crossing".
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.
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."
In 1992, John Turturro directed his first film, "Mac", marking the beginning of his career as a director.
In 1993, John Turturro starred in the film "Fearless", adding to his diverse filmography.
In 1994, John Turturro hosted "Saturday Night Live", where he spoofed his film, "Quiz Show".
In 1994, John Turturro starred in the film "Quiz Show", contributing to his varied roles in film.
In 1999, John Turturro produced, directed, and acted in the film "Illuminata", which also starred his wife, Katherine Borowitz.
In 2000, John Turturro appeared in the Coen Brothers' film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?".
In 2005, John Turturro directed the film "Romance and Cigarettes", expanding his directorial work.
In 2006, John Turturro appeared in Robert De Niro's "The Good Shepherd" and as Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" series.
In 2007, John Turturro portrayed Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" film series.
In 2008, John Turturro appeared in Adam Sandler's movie "You Don't Mess with the Zohan".
In 2008, John Turturro appeared in Spike Lee's film "Miracle at St. Anna".
In 2010, John Turturro directed (and had cameo on-screen appearances in) "Passione", a film about the musical heritage of Naples, Italy.
As of January 2011, John Turturro held dual Italian and American citizenship.
In October 2011, John Turturro made his stage directorial debut with the Broadway play "Relatively Speaking", guiding a cast of veteran actors.
In September 2013, John Turturro's film "Fading Gigolo" premiered at TIFF, and Turturro discussed parallels between sex work and acting in an interview.
In 2013, John Turturro directed the film "Fading Gigolo", continuing his work as a director.
In March 2014, John Turturro received the Career Achievement tribute and award at the 31st Edition of the Miami International Film Festival.
In 2016, John Turturro's wife, actress Katherine Borowitz, transitioned to a social work career.
In 2017, John Turturro portrayed Seymour Simmons in the "Transformers" film series.
In 2018, John Turturro starred in "Gloria Bell", adding to his extensive list of film appearances.
In 2019, John Turturro played William of Baskerville in a television adaptation of Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose".
In 2020, John Turturro directed the film "The Jesus Rolls", marking his fifth directorial venture.
In 2020, John Turturro starred in the HBO miniseries "The Plot Against America".
In 2022, John Turturro appeared as Carmine Falcone in Matt Reeves' film "The Batman" and portrayed Irving Bailiff on the television series "Severance".
In 2022, John Turturro portrayed Carmine Falcone in Matt Reeves' film "The Batman".
In 2023, John Turturro starred as Mickey Sabbath in the off-Broadway adaptation of Philip Roth's novel "Sabbath's Theater".