Stanley DeSantis

Born:July 6, 1953

Place of Birth:Roslyn, New York, USA

Died:August 9, 2005

Known For:Acting

Biography

Stanley DeSantis, born on July 6, 1953, was a multi-talented American actor and businessman who left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. With a career that spanned over 15 motion pictures, DeSantis showcased his versatility and skill in each role he undertook. One of his memorable performances was in the film "The Aviator," where he portrayed the legendary Louis B. Mayer with depth and charisma.

Beyond his contributions to the silver screen, DeSantis also made a significant mark on television with numerous appearances that captivated audiences. His talent and dedication to his craft shone through in each project he took on, earning him respect and admiration from his peers and fans alike.

In addition to his acting career, DeSantis was a savvy businessman who owned and managed two successful ventures - a clothing-and-memorabilia business called Passing 4 Sane and a novelty soap company named Bubbletown. His entrepreneurial spirit and creativity extended beyond the realm of acting, showcasing his diverse interests and talents.

Tragically, Stanley DeSantis passed away in 2005 due to a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence aspiring actors and entrepreneurs. Despite facing personal challenges, DeSantis remained dedicated to his craft and his businesses, showcasing resilience and passion in all his endeavors.

Throughout his life, DeSantis remained unmarried and did not have children, focusing instead on his career and entrepreneurial pursuits. His commitment to his work and his unwavering dedication to his craft left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of working with him.

Stanley DeSantis's contributions to the entertainment industry and the business world continue to be remembered and celebrated by fans and colleagues alike. His talent, charisma, and entrepreneurial spirit set him apart as a unique and influential figure in Hollywood.

Although he may no longer be with us, Stanley DeSantis's legacy lives on through his memorable performances on screen and his innovative business ventures. His impact on the industry serves as a testament to his talent and passion for storytelling, leaving behind a lasting imprint on the hearts of all who knew him.

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Filmography

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Rush Hour

FBI Gate Guard #1

1998

When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves.

The Aviator

Louis B. Mayer

2004

A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Boogie Nights

Buck's Manager

1997

Set in 1977, back when sex was safe, pleasure was a business and business was booming, idealistic porn producer Jack Horner aspires to elevate his craft to an art form. Horner discovers Eddie Adams, a hot young talent working as a busboy in a nightclub, and welcomes him into the extended family of movie-makers, misfits and hangers-on that are always around. Adams' rise from nobody to a celebrity adult entertainer is meteoric, and soon the whole world seems to know his porn alter ego, "Dirk Diggler". Now, when disco and drugs are in vogue, fashion is in flux and the party never seems to stop, Adams' dreams of turning sex into stardom are about to collide with cold, hard reality.

Candyman

Dr. Burke

1992

The Candyman, a murderous soul with a hook for a hand, is accidentally summoned to reality by a skeptic grad student researching the monster's myth.

The Birdcage

TV Man in Van

1996

Middle-aged gay life partners, Armand Goldman, a Jewish drag club owner, and Albert, the club's flamboyant star attraction, live in the eclectic community of South Beach and have raised a straight son. Now, their newly engaged son, 20-year-old Val, wants to bring his fiancée, Barbara, and her ultraconservative parents home to meet his family for the first time. By Val's request, Armand pretends to be straight, not Jewish and attempts to hide his relationship with Albert, in order to please Barbara's father, controversial right-wing Republican Sen. Kevin Keeley.

I Am Sam

Robert

2001

Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.

Ed Wood

Mr. Feldman

1994

The mostly true story of the legendary "worst director of all time", who, with the help of his strange friends, filmed countless B-movies without ever becoming famous or successful.

Fools Rush In

Judd Marshall

1997

After a one night stand with Alex, Isabel realizes that she is pregnant and they decide to get married. However, along with the marriage comes compromise of one's own cultural traditions.

The Fan

Stoney

1996

When the San Francisco Giants pay center-fielder, Bobby Rayburn $40 million to lead their team to the World Series, no one is happier or more supportive than #1 fan, Gil Renard. When Rayburn becomes mired in the worst slump of his career, the obsessed Renard decides to stop at nothing to help his idol regain his former glory—not even murder.

The Man Who Wasn't There

New Man's Customer

2001

A tale of murder, crime and punishment set in the summer of 1949. Ed Crane, a barber in a small California town, is dissatisfied with his life, but his wife Doris' infidelity and a mysterious opportunity presents him with a chance to change it.

Taking Care of Business

Airport Car Rental Man

1990

An uptight advertising exec has his entire life in a filofax organizer which mistakenly ends up in the hands of a friendly convict who poses as him.

Human Nature

Doctor

2001

Obsessive scientist Nathan and his lover, the naturalist Lila, discover Puff: a man born and raised in the wild. As Nathan trains the wild man in the civilized ways of the world, Lila fights to preserve the man’s natural state. In the power struggle that ensues, an unusual love triangle emerges.

Bulworth

Manny Liebowitz

1998

A suicidally disillusioned liberal politician puts a contract out on himself and takes the opportunity to be bluntly honest with his voters by affecting the rhythms and speech of hip-hop music and culture.

Clockwatchers

Art

1997

The relationship between four female temps all working for the same credit company is threatened with the arrival of a new hire, who lands a permanent position one of the women was vying for.

Black Moon Rising

The Mover

1986

An FBI free-lancer stashes a stolen Las Vegas-crime tape in a high-tech car stolen by someone else.

Doppelganger

Richard Wolf

1993

After being implicated in a murder, a young woman flees New York City and moves to Los Angeles, where she rents a room from a writer. They begin an affair, but it seems she's been followed by a homicidal duplicate of herself.

The Truth About Cats & Dogs

Mario

1996

A successful veterinarian and radio show host with low self-esteem asks her model friend to impersonate her when a handsome man wants to see her.