Ray Sharkey

Raymond Sharkey Jr. (November 14, 1952 – June 11, 1993) was an American stage, film and television actor. His most notable film role was Vincent Vacarri in the 1980 film The Idolmaker, for which he won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. He is also known for his role as Sonny Steelgrave in the television series Wiseguy.

Ray Sharkey is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 27 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Act of Piracy (1988), Wiseguy (1987), The Ray Bradbury Theater (1985), Saturday Night Live (1975), Miami Vice (1984), Barney Miller (1975), The Equalizer (1985), Kojak (1973). The recorded credits span 1971 to 1993, including 11 movies and 16 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.