MEET THE FAMILY

Breakout star of VH1’s Mob Wives. A bestselling author, Renee’s books Playing with Fire and How to Use a Meat Cleaver perfectly capture her unapologetic humor, toughness, and vulnerability. Her television career includes Celebrity Big Brother UK, Marriage Boot Camp, Family Boot Camp, Chopped, and countless talk shows and podcasts where her unfiltered voice and infectious personality continue to resonate.

Singing, acting and performing since the age of 5, I come from a talented and musical family based on Long Island. I have had the good fortune of working on many wonderful projects including Snitches, My Big Gay Italian Wedding, and Tainted Dreams. Check out my website www.debratoscano.com for all credits, pictures, and upcoming events.

Sydney Bossuk is a musical theatre and comedy performer with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Marymount Manhattan College. Recent credits include Head Over Heels (MMC), The Trial (UCB), as well as regularly performing in improv and comedy shows across the city. She would like to thank her family, friends, and teachers for their continuous support. Enjoy the show!

Hailing from Stony Brook, Long Island, Sean is a graduate of SUNY Cortland's Musical Theatre program. Sean's past theatre credits include Phil Davis in White Christmas (Pines Dinner Theatre), and Fred Halliwell A Christmas Carol (Theatre Three), and his past film credits include Tomas Devito in Extortion Thugs (Feature Film) and Jerry in Almost Blue (Feature film). Grazie mille!

Rafaella Fiore-Mark is thrilled to join Married By The Mob! A recent NYU Tisch (BFA Drama) graduate, she trained at the New Studio on Broadway & Stonestreet Studios, & is a 2021 Jimmy Awards semi-finalist. Credits include Mamma Mia! (Donna), Macbeth (Lady Macbeth), & originating her role in the world premiere of Acceptance Pending at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, later leading the show in its cabaret adaptation 54 Below. When not on stage, she can be found performing in local jazz clubs. She’s forever thankful to her parents, peers & instructors.

Jackie Kraft is a SAG-AFTRA Actor and Comedian. Her TV credits include Chicago PD and American Sports Story, and she performs Standup and Sketch Comedy regularly around NYC. She wants to dedicate this performance to her (very Italian) grandfather, Salvatore Pietrafitta.

Half Pizon, half Hellenic, I grew up in Brooklyn, home of the best pizza (besides in Italy). My life is dedicated to basketball, acting, and many creative things.

Sometimes I’m funny, sometimes I’m dramatic…I have some Film, TV, and theatre credits which you can find on IMDB, IG, or my website

Lauren Updyke is thrilled to be apart of “Married by the Mob”!! A recent graduate of Tisch Drama at NYU, Lauren has been the lead in fourteen theatrical productions and has acted in over 50 student films. Recently, she made it to the finals at Don’t Tell Mama’s Next Big Act competition and starred in “Sleepy Hollow” Off-Broadway. Special thanks to mom, dad, her twin brother Jake, and her boyfriend Luke.

Kristin Falcone is a viral multi-character creator who has taken Instagram & TikTok by storm with her hilarious portrayals of unforgettable Italian women. In the spirit of Carol Burnett & Tracey Ullman, she transforms into sharp-tongued aunts, dramatic grandmothers, and over-the-top cousins that feel pulled straight from Sunday dinner. Known online as @thathairdressakristin she's built a devoted following who see their own families in every sketch. She brings that same quick wit & fearless humor to the role of Aunt Carol, the relative who says what everyone else is thinking.

Jackie Orena is an entrepreneur and storyteller who turns life experience into bold, purpose-driven work. From podcasts to independent shows, she brings grit, heart, and unapologetic authenticity to everything she creates.

Mike Lewis is a New York–based funeral director by day and emerging actor by night. Though early in his career, he has already begun making a memorable impression with scene-stealing appearances, including on Gravesend on Amazon. Mike continues to build his resume with select film and television roles, bringing natural presence, authenticity, and quiet intensity to every part he takes on.

David Miles (AKA 1.6 Kilometers) is an actor, director, and occasional standup comedian. He owns a production facility in NYC called Production Central. He is very happy to be back on the boards after a brief two decade hiatus during which he started a business and raised a family.

Vinnie Medugno is a Staten Island native, singer, radio personality, and performing arts educator at Port Richmond High School, where he teaches Media Broadcasting. A Saturday mainstay on legendary 77WABC, hand-picked by Cousin Brucie for the 5PM time slot, Vinnie has shared the stage with icons including Frankie Valli, Smokey Robinson, and Darlene Love. Whether on stage, on air, or in the classroom, Vinnie brings heart, nostalgia, and undeniable showmanship.