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JOE MANTEGNA

CLASS OF 1969

ACTOR

Chicago-native Joe Mantegna is an actor, producer, writer, director, Tony Award Winner and DePaul graduate known for his roles in "Criminal Minds," "Glengarry Glen Ross" and "The Godfather Part III," among numerous others. He offers this advice for young people looking for career direction, “Pursue what you love doing. If you loved it when you were broke and starting out, you'll love it when you're successful.”

IN THE NEWS

My favorite class was probably speech and voice because it was my least favorite class to attend. Yet once I started to work professionally, I realized the training I got in that class was of utmost value.
Joe Mantegna
FACES OF DEPAUL