Joe Mannetti was born in Michigan on April 20, 1962. His family moved from there to New York where he grew up and studied acting. Joe graduated from S.U.N.Y. College at Purchase with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama Studies. He continued learning his craft at H.B. Studios in Greenwich Village, New York. After appearing as young tough guys in a series of theatrical productions, Joe decided to try his luck acting in television and film. He has appeared on television and in a series of offbeat, low-budget independent feature films. He is also actively involved in volunteer work that supports a variety of diverse communities, and he likes to use the spotlight to promote programs that support diverse populations.