Robert Davi
Biography
Robert John Davi, born on June 26, 1953, is a multifaceted American actor and singer known for his commanding presence in both film and television. He gained fame for his portrayal of memorable characters, including the Vietnam veteran Special Agent Johnson in the iconic action film Die Hard, and the sinister singing Fratelli brother, Jake, in the beloved adventure movie The Goonies. Davi also made a notable impression as Al Torres in the cult classic Showgirls. However, he is perhaps most recognized for his role as the drug lord Franz Sanchez in the 1989 James Bond film Licence to Kill.
In addition to his film work, Davi showcased his talent on television as Agent Bailey Malone, leading the NBC series Profiler for a total of 88 episodes. Beyond acting, Davi is a classically trained vocalist who ventured into music in 2011, paying homage to the legendary Frank Sinatra with his renditions of classic tracks. His unique blend of acting prowess and vocal talent has solidified Robert Davi's status as a versatile entertainer in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
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Feast of Fear
2019 • Dealer
The Butcher (2009)
2009 • Murdoch
The Interview
1998
Mob Town
2019 • Vito Genovese
Four Cousins and a Christmas
2021 • Carlo
Inside Man (2023)
2023
In The Mix
2005 • Fish
Peacemaker
1990 • Sergeant Ramos
Lost Time
2014 • Dr. Xavier Reed
Christopher Columbus: The Discovery
1992 • Martin Pinzon
City Heat
1984
Time Is Up
2021
Dark Angels: The Demon Pit
2022 • Dee
Ballistica
2009 • Macarthur
Class Action
1991
A Legacy of Whining
2016
Roe v. Wade
2021 • Justice Brennan
Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix
2007
The Gene Generation
2007
Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story
2020 • Father Brennan
Pistolera
2020 • Raffaello
Delta of Venus
1995 • The Collector (voice)