Immigrating from Sicily at the age of two, Claudio was the youngest of a poor family seeking a better life. He is all about accomplishment and the "American Dream". Claudio strongly believes in positive energy, positive visualization, and manifestation. He learned this at a young age and lives it every day. Before acting, his list of accomplishments is long. Degrees in Chemistry, Biology, MBA and attended Harvard Business School. He started seven on-going successful companies, invented many new products, ran two Boston Marathons, is a gardener, Koi pond enthusiast, a bee keeper and has written an original song. There is more but his latest passion is now acting. Claudio first attended acting school at the age of 60. After one year, on his first audition, he landed the lead role in the feature movie Know Nothins. On his second audition he landed the lead role in the movie Friendly Ben. On his Third audition he landed a feature role in the TV series Cobblestone Corridor. On his fourth audition he landed a supporting role in Date Knight. On his fifth audition, he landed a role in After The Party and more. His streak did finally end but his audition-to-bookings remains very high. He loves the challenge and the diversity of roles and stories. Directors, producers, other actors and crew members enjoy working with Claudio and is often called back for that reason.