Kathrine Narducci

Kathrine Narducci was born in East Harlem, New York City, New York. Her career began unconventionally in 1993 during an open casting call for “A Bronx Tale.” While accompanying her son, she successfully auditioned for the role of the film’s protagonist’s mother, Rosina Anello. This pivotal role marked the start of her acting journey and established her presence in the industry. Following her debut, Narducci made several guest appearances in prominent television shows such as “Law & Order,” “NYPD Blue,” and “Third Watch,” expanding her experience and versatility as an actress.

Her career continued to develop with significant roles in both television and film. From 1999 to 2007, she gained widespread recognition for her recurring role as Charmaine Bucco, Artie Bucco’s wife, in the critically acclaimed HBO crime drama series “The Sopranos.” This role highlighted her ability to portray complex characters within a high-profile ensemble cast. In addition to her television work, Narducci has built a substantial filmography, including roles in “The Irishman” (2019) as Carrie Bufalino and “Capone” (2020) as Rosie. She also appeared in Clint Eastwood’s “Jersey Boys” (2014) as Mary Rinaldi, further diversifying her acting portfolio.

Narducci’s recent projects include a recurring role as Olympia Gigante in the Epix series “Godfather of Harlem,” which began in 2019 and extends to 2025. In 2022, she was cast as Anna Genovese in the film “The Alto Knights,” directed by Barry Levinson, showcasing her continued involvement in significant cinematic productions. Beyond acting, Kathrine Narducci has also ventured into producing and directing, with credits as an executive producer for shorts like “Bricklayer’s Poet” (2017) and “Dante’s World” (2011), and as a director for “Love is Love” (2021) and “Bullied” (2018), demonstrating her multifaceted contributions to the entertainment industry.