Date of Birth: November 25, 1979
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Jerry Charles Ferrara is an American actor best known for his role as Turtle on the HBO hit series “Entourage.” Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Ferrara developed an interest in acting while attending Abraham Lincoln High School. After moving to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career, he quickly landed several small roles on television shows such as “The King of Queens” and “NYPD Blue.” His big break came in 2004 when he was cast as Salvatore “Turtle” Assante on “Entourage,” a role that earned him widespread recognition and acclaim. Beyond “Entourage,” Ferrara has appeared in various films, including “Think Like a Man” and its sequel, as well as “Lone Survivor.” He expanded his portfolio by stepping into the world of podcasting and entrepreneurship, co-founding the sandwich shop Fat Sal’s Deli. Ferrara has continued to work steadily in television and film, building a diverse career that showcases his range as an actor.
5 Interesting Facts about Jerry Ferrara
1. Jerry Ferrara lost over 50 pounds by adopting a healthier lifestyle and focusing on fitness and nutrition.
2. He is an avid New York Knicks fan and often tweets about the team.
3. Ferrara co-founded Fat Sal’s Deli, a popular sandwich shop with locations in California and Texas.
4. He reprised his role as Turtle in the “Entourage” movie released in 2015.
5. Ferrara has a podcast called “Bad 4 Business,” which covers a wide range of topics from sports to personal stories.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jerry Ferrara
1. “Entourage was one of the best times of my life. It was a dream job.”
2. “Losing weight changed my life. It gave me more energy and confidence.”
3. “I always try to remember where I came from; Brooklyn is a big part of who I am.”
4. “Acting allows you to step into someone else’s shoes and see the world from a different perspective.”
5. “Entrepreneurship is just another form of storytelling, and I love telling stories.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Jerry Ferrara’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Jerry Ferrara and his wife Breanne Racano have one child, a son named Jacob Michael Ferrara, born in May 2019.
Relevant Links
1. [Jerry Ferrara on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1289528/
2. [Jerry Ferrara on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jerryferrara/
3. [Fat Sal’s Deli](https://fatsalsdeli.com/
5. [Jerry Ferrara on Twitter](https://twitter.com/jerryferrara
