Al Ruscio is an American character actor who has appeared in numerous television series and film. He graduated from Salem High School . Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Ruscio has spent most of his acting career playing character roles. After graduating college he moved to New York City and trained for two years at The Neighborhood Playhouse School for the Theater. He played many roles in New York and in summer stock, including co-starring with Steve McQueen and Kim Stanley among others. His first work in live television came in New York City. He moved to Los Angeles in 1958. His first role... there was Tony in Al Capone with Rod Steiger . He then appeared in many television shows including Gunsmoke , 77 Sunset Strip , Bonanza , and in Peter Gunn . He has also acted in soap operas including Port Charles, Days of our Lives and Santa Barbara as R. J. Bentson. Ruscio has made repeated guest appearances on The Lawless Years, The Untouchables, The Rockford Files, Lou Grant, Barney Miller, Hill Street Blues, and 7th Heaven. He has also had recurring roles on Falcon Crest, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, Life Goes On, and Manhattan, AZ.
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