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United States Max Casella is an accomplished actor with extensive experience across film, television, and Broadway, known for bringing depth to a diverse range of characters.
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Celebrity Talent manages Max Casella's bookings for corporate events, business parties, galas, endorsements, tradeshows, and other celebrity appearances.
Max Casella has appeared in 7 nationally aired TV ad campaigns, with 10,054 airings in the past 30 days.
Max Casella discussed his role as Julie Silver, Finestra's right-hand man and A&R chief in HBO's 'Vinyl' during an interview.
Max Casella and Bobby Cannavale collaborated on 'Boardwalk Empire' and 'Blue Jasmine,' with additional series regulars including Olivia Wilde and Ray Romano.
Max Casella made his Broadway debut in 'The Lion King' (1997) as Timon, a role for which he earned a Drama Desk Award nomination and a Theatre World Award.
Max Casella was born in Washington D.C. on June 6, 1967. His father, David Deitch, was a political journalist, and his mother, Doris Casella, worked as a social worker. The family relocated to Cambridge, Massachusetts, where Casella spent his high school years. He began his acting career early, securing iconic roles during his youthful period. Notably, he filmed Disney’s “Newsies” while simultaneously appearing as Vinnie Delpino on the television series “Doogie Howser, M.D.” Casella’s path involved navigating a hormonal condition that affected his growth, which initially allowed him to portray younger characters. His career has since broadened to encompass a variety of roles in film, theatre, and voice acting.
Over the years, Casella has accumulated a comprehensive body of work, demonstrating versatility across different mediums. On Broadway, he originated the role of Timon in “The Lion King” in 1997, earning critical recognition. His work in television includes significant roles such as Benny Fazio in “The Sopranos,” a series regular on “Vinyl” for HBO, and recurring roles in “Boardwalk Empire” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” His film credits span diverse genres, featuring performances in Academy Award-nominated projects like “Jackie,” as well as collaborations with notable directors including Woody Allen (“Wonder Wheel,” “Blue Jasmine”), Ben Affleck (“Live By Night”), Spike Lee (“Oldboy”), and the Coen Brothers (“Inside Llewyn Davis”).
Beyond acting, Casella has also engaged in producing and screenwriting. He co-produced works such as “Scaring the Fish” in 2008 and produced “Real Violence” in 1996. He has contributed his voice to various video games, including the “Jak and Daxter” series, where he voiced Daxter. Casella continues to work actively in the industry, taking on new projects in film and television, including his recent role as Armand Truisi in the Paramount+ series “Tulsa King” (2022–2024). His career reflects sustained involvement and notable contributions across the entertainment industry.
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