Joe Pingue


Joe Pingue is an Italian-Canadian actor and film maker.

Early life

Pingue was born and raised in St. Catharines, Ontario. He attended Ridley College for both elementary and high school, and studied theatre at York University.

Career

Acting

Pingue has had a long career in character and supporting roles. Some of his film credits include Miss Sloane, Pompeii, Antiviral, The Boondock Saints, Repo Men, Blindness, The Book of Eli, Maps to the Stars and Dream House.
His television work includes appearances on , Orphan Black, Wild Card, 24 Hour Rental, Across the River to Motor City and The Expanse. He also is the voice of Tamago on the animated series The Very Good Adventures Of Yam Roll In Happy Kingdom and the voice of Entree in the cartoon Spliced

Producing and writing

Pingue produced, wrote and appeared in the 2008 short film The Answer Key, which was nominated for a Genie Award. He also directed, produced and wrote the short film Chili and Cheese: A Condimental Rift.

Awards