Actor, Director, and Producer
Joe Manganiello: Biography at a Glance
- Joe Manganiello shot to fame with his role in HBO’s True Blood and became a fan favorite in the Magic Mike franchise, where his unforgettable performances alongside Channing Tatum solidified his place in Hollywood.
- Joe has showcased his versatility in blockbusters like Rampage opposite Dwayne Johnson and brought comic book villain ‘Deathstroke’ to life in Justice League, cementing his status as an action hero.
- Beyond acting, Joe is a storyteller at heart. He produced, co-wrote, and starred in Bottom of The Ninth, a moving redemption story about second chances after 18 years in prison, showcasing his depth as a filmmaker.
- From working with visionary directors in films like Knight of Cups and Sabotage to appearing in fan-favorite titles like Spider-Man and What to Expect When You’re Expecting, Joe has proven his range across genres.
- Joe's theater work is just as impressive, with standout performances in A Streetcar Named Desire at Yale Repertory Theater and Unusual Acts of Devotion under the guidance of legendary playwright Terrence McNally.
- Joe continues to make waves, starring in The Kill Room with Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson, and appearing in NBC's Deal or No Deal, proving his enduring appeal across platforms and genres.
Biography
Joe Manganiello is an actor, director, and producer best known for HBO’s smash hit series True Blood, and the blockbuster features Magic Mike and its sequel Magic Mike XXL, where he starred opposite Channing Tatum. Joe also starred in The Kill Room opposite Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson. He can most recently be seen in the NBC series Deal or No Deal. Joe Manganiello can also be seen in New Line’s Rampage opposite Dwayne Johnson. Prior to that, he appeared in Justice League where he was introduced as the super-villain ‘Deathstroke.’ Joe produced, co-wrote, and starred in the title role of the redemption drama, Bottom of The Ninth. The film follows a man who returns to the Bronx after serving 18 years in prison for a mistake he made as a kid that ultimately robbed him of a professional baseball career and the love of his life.
Joe has starred in David Ayer’s Sabotage, Terrence Malik’s Knight Of Cups, Pee-Wee’s Big Holiday for Netflix, What To Expect When You’re Expecting, and Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man. In the television space, he has appeared in the CBS comedies Mom and How I Met Your Mother. On stage, he portrayed the role of “Leo Belraggio” in the 2010 West Coast premiere of Terrence McNally's Unusual Acts Of Devotion at The La Jolla Playhouse —a role he workshopped with the legendary writer at the Ojai Playwright's festival the summer prior to his performance. He also played “Stanley Kowalski” in Tennessee William’s A Streetcar Named Desire at the Yale Repertory Theater.
