Vincent Gallo

Actor and filmmaker of 'Buffalo '66'

Vincent Gallo - Actor and filmmaker of 'Buffalo '66'
Born

April 11th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Vincent Gallo achieved recognition as an actor, director, producer, and musician. Gallo wrote, directed, and starred in the film 'Buffalo '66', which received critical acclaim upon its release. He also acted in films such as 'The Brown Bunny' and 'The Funeral'. As a musician, Gallo has released albums that showcase his unique blend of sound and style. His work spans across multiple artistic disciplines, allowing for a distinctive contribution to each.

Directed and starred in 'Buffalo '66'

Acted in 'The Brown Bunny'

Released music albums

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