★ Acting
1952 – 1993
· Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
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Active 1971–1993
Ray Sharkey, born in 1952, made a significant impact on cult cinema with his performances in films like The Idolmaker (1980) and Hellhole (1985). His portrayal of Vincent Vacarri in The Idolmaker highlighted his ability to embody complex characters, earning him critical acclaim. Sharkey's work in Hot Tomorrows (1977) and Love and Money (1982) further established him as a versatile actor in the 1970s and 1980s. His contributions to the genre continue to resonate within the SassyFlix catalog, reflecting the unique spirit of exploitation and grindhouse cinema.
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Stunts
1977
★ 5.5
as Paul Salerno
After a stunt man dies while he is involved in the making of a motion picture, his brother takes his place in order to find out what really happened.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
54 credits
1990s
12 credits
1980s
30 credits
1970s
12 credits