An actor of imposing stature, Tony Longo has played many roles that utilized his substantial frame. Born in New Jersey, Longo began his acting career by making appearances on TV shows like Laverne & Shirley and CHiPS, a plan that would prove extremely fruitful as the actor would wrack up countless such appearances over the coming decades. Additionally, Longo extended his efforts toward movies, as well, playing roles in films like The Cooler and The Violent Kind. ~ Cammila Albertson, All Movie Guide