Al Lettieri

This year marked Al Lettieri's significant breakthrough with two major roles. His iconic portrayal of Virgil The Turk Sollozzo in The Godfather brought him international recognition and solidified his image as a powerful on-screen antagonist. He also delivered a memorable performance as Rudy Butler in the action thriller The Getaway.

Lettieri continued his momentum, further establishing himself as a formidable character actor specializing in villainous roles. He delivered a powerful performance as the ruthless mob boss Frank Renda in the action film Mr. Majestyk, starring opposite Charles Bronson. This role cemented his reputation for portraying dangerous and charismatic antagonists.