2007 Cast in the Italian film, "The Golden Door" written and directed by Emanuele Crialese; character was originally planned to play a major part, but he died during the filming, forcing his role to become
2001 Directed a theater piece in Sicily, based on nine fables
1997 Played the jailer in "The Beautician and the Beast"
1990 Had showy co-starring role as a spirit who assists Patrick Swayze in the hit film "Ghost"
1986 Recreated role of Mr. Vargas in TV series "Fast Times" (CBS)
1984 Played Salieri's valet in "Amadeus"
1982 Played eccentric science teacher Mr. Vargas in "Fast Times at Ridgemont High"
1978 Made first of recurring roles as Rev. Gorky on "Taxi" (ABC)
1978 Made TV movie debut in "Return From Gilligan's Island" (CBS)
1972 Was regular on the ABC summer sitcom "The Corner Bar"
1971 Film debut "Taking Off"