An American actor born in Colombia and raised in New York, he gained fame with his role as Calogero in "A Bronx Tale" (1993). His career included appearances in "Renaissance Man" (1994) and "Crimson Tide" (1995), and he had a recurring role on "The Sopranos." Despite early success, his career was derailed by legal troubles, including a conviction for attempted burglary related to a 2005 incident. After serving prison time, he has sought to rebuild his life and career.