Max Casella

Max Casella is an accomplished actor with extensive experience across film, television, and Broadway, known for bringing depth to a diverse range of characters. After securing iconic roles during his youthful period, Max Casella delivered notable performances including his portrayal of Vinnie Delpino on the acclaimed television series Doogie Howser, M.D. from 1989 to 1993, while simultaneously filming Disney’s cult classic Newsies in 1992. Casella made his celebrated Broadway debut in 1997, originating the pivotal role of Timon in the Tony Award-winning musical The Lion King.

Casella’s extensive filmography showcases collaborations with highly regarded directors, including the Coen Brothers for Inside Llewyn Davis (2013), Spike Lee in Oldboy (2013), and Ben Affleck for Live By Night (2016). He also featured in Academy Award-nominated projects like Jackie (2016), and reunited with Woody Allen for roles in Blue Jasmine (2013) and Wonder Wheel (2017). On television, he garnered further acclaim for his recurring role on the HBO hit, Boardwalk Empire, which he contributed to from 2010, underscoring his consistent demand in premium cable productions. Continuing his prolific television career, Casella became a series regular on HBO’s music industry drama Vinyl in 2016.

He further expanded his presence on streaming platforms with a recurring role on the Emmy and Golden Globe-winning Amazon series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel from 2017 to 2022. Most recently, Casella starred as Armand Truisi in the Paramount+ series Tulsa King, appearing in its inaugural season from 2022 and continuing into 2024, demonstrating his sustained involvement in high-profile projects and his ability to deliver nuanced performances across film, television, and Broadway.