Enrico Colantoni (born February 14, 1963) is a Canadian actor, best known for portraying Elliot DiMauro in the sitcom Just Shoot Me!, Keith Mars on the television series Veronica Mars, and Sergeant Greg Parker on the television series Flashpoint. He has also had supporting roles in such films as The Wrong Guy, Galaxy Quest, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, and Contagion, and guest appearances on Monk, Numb3rs, Stargate SG-1 and Bones. Colantoni currently plays a recurring role on Person of Interest as crime boss Carl Elias.
Early life and education
Colantoni was born in Toronto, Ontario, the son of Gina, a garment worker, and Quintino Colantoni, a labourer and truck driver. Both his parents were immigrants from Italy, and his brother, Det. Sgt. Hector Colantoni, is a retired police officer with the Toronto Police Service.
He attended the University of Toronto studying psychology and sociology, but transferred to the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. Colantoni graduated from the Yale School of Drama, winning the Carol Dye Award.
Career
Colantoni is currently starring on the TV series Remedy. He appeared in the Canadian TV police drama Flashpoint as Sgt. Greg Parker, (also airing in the U.S. on ION Television, and airing previously on CBS). He took the role because his brother has been a Toronto policeman for the past 30 years. He also has a recurring role on Person of Interest as crime boss Carl Elias.
Philanthropy
Since 2011, Enrico has been heavily involved with The Tema Conter Memorial Trust, an organization that assists first responders and other service personnel deal with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. He became their official spokesperson and has been involved in their annual tribute gala in Toronto every year since.
He has also been involved in the Companion Animal Protection Society's campaign to boycott commercial pet stores, creating a video to raise awareness about the topic.
Personal life
He lives in Toronto, Canada, and has two children, Quintin and Madelyn. On November 11, 2011, he married long-time girlfriend Rosanna.
Filmography
Films
Television
References
External links
- Enrico Colantoni at the Internet Movie Database
- CTV.ca - Flashpoint - Enrico Colantoni as Sgt. Gregory Parker
- TEMA.ca Enrico Colantoni
