Acting
David Della Rocco
David Della Rocco, born on May 4, 1952, is an Italian-American actor and comedian renowned for his memorable performance in the 1999 cult classic, The Boondock Saints. In this film, he portrayed a character with the same name, commonly referred to as "Rocco" or "Roc," and infused the role with his unique personality, earning the character the nickname "The Funny Man."
Della Rocco's connection with writer and director Troy Duffy is significant; the role was crafted specifically for him, reflecting their friendship. In The Boondock Saints, he plays a small-time mobster who allies with the MacManus brothers in their quest to cleanse Boston of crime.
His involvement with the franchise continued with The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day, where he reprised his role in a dream sequence, offering guidance to the brothers on their ongoing mission.
Originally hailing from Norwich, Connecticut, Della Rocco honed his acting skills under the guidance of the late Susan Peretz in Los Angeles and is a proud member of The Actor's Studio. His contributions to film and comedy highlight his distinctive style, making him a notable figure in independent cinema and a cherished favorite among fans of The Boondock Saints series.
