Lorraine Bracco
Known for
Lorraine Bracco owns two of the great supporting roles in American crime fiction: Karen Hill, the wife narrating her own seduction by mob life in 'GoodFellas' (1990), which brought an Oscar nomination, and Dr. Jennifer Melfi, the psychiatrist across the desk from Tony Soprano in 'The Sopranos' (1999-2007). Born in Brooklyn in 1954, she worked as a model in Paris before acting. She reportedly turned down Carmela Soprano to play Melfi, preferring the tougher, quieter part. Later television gave her a long comic run as the mother in 'Rizzoli & Isles' (2010-2016) and 'Nonnas' (2025) on film.
Lorraine Bracco
35 Movies
12 Series
Lorraine Bracco owns two of the great supporting roles in American crime fiction: Karen Hill, the wife narrating her own seduction by mob life in 'GoodFellas' (1990), which brought an Oscar nomination, and Dr. Jennifer Melfi, the psychiatrist across the desk from Tony Soprano in 'The Sopranos' (1999-2007). Born in Brooklyn in 1954, she worked as a model in Paris before acting. She reportedly turned down Carmela Soprano to play Melfi, preferring the tougher, quieter part. Later television gave her a long comic run as the mother in 'Rizzoli & Isles' (2010-2016) and 'Nonnas' (2025) on film.
Movies
Plays Karen Hill
GoodFellas
1990
Plays Roberta
Nonnas
2025
Plays Margo
Hackers
1995
Plays Jim's Mother
The Basketball Diaries
1995
Plays Sofia the Seagull (voice)
Pinocchio
2022
Plays Lorraine McKenna
The Union
2024
Plays Miss Halverson
Monster Summer
2024
Plays Riley
The Dream Team
1989
Plays Sheila Faxton
Switch
1991
Plays Teresa Donofrio
Riding in Cars with Boys
2001
Plays Mary
Radio Flyer
1992
Plays Carla
The Pick-up Artist
1987
Plays Sofia
The Birthday Cake
2021
Plays Martha
Rich Flu
2024
Plays Dr. Rae Crane
Medicine Man
1992
Plays Ellie Keegan
Someone to Watch Over Me
1987
Plays Delores Del Ruby
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues
1994
Plays Anna
Being Human
1994
Plays Sheila
Crazy for Love
2005
Plays Enchante, R&B Singer #2
Death of a Dynasty
2003
Plays Ellen Schofield
Traces of Red
1992
Plays Bobbie
Talent for the Game
1991
Plays Det. Anne Andersle
Tangled
2001
Plays Gemma
Ladies Room
1999
Plays Leda Katz
Son of Morning
2011
Plays Nancy
The Mother, the Menacer, and Me
2025
Plays Sheila
On a Moonlit Night
1989
Plays Bubble
Duets on Sofa
1979
Plays Helene Miller
The Liars
1996
Plays Miss Lombardo
Sing
1989
Plays Margaux
Fais gaffe à la gaffe !
1981
Plays Barbara
What Did I Ever Do to the Good Lord to Deserve a Wife Who Drinks in Cafes with Men?
1980
TV Shows
Plays Angela Rizzoli
Rizzoli & Isles
2010
Plays Jennifer Melfi
The Sopranos
1999
Plays Tim's Mother
Jerk
2019
Plays Janice Lasher
Lipstick Jungle
2008
Plays Margaret Dutton
Blue Bloods
2010
Plays Dr. Janet (voice)
BoJack Horseman
2014
Plays Karla Grizano
Law & Order: Trial by Jury
2005
Plays Halfway House Matron
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Plays Werewolf Queen (voice)
Summer Camp Island
2018
Plays Hostage
Crime Story
1986
Plays Jenny
Police Commissioner Moulin
1976
Plays Vaughn
Mulaney
2014
Latest Trailers
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Nonnas
Full Filmography
Nonnas
Roberta
2025
Film
The Mother, the Menacer, and Me
Nancy
2025
Film
Rich Flu
Martha
2024
Film
Monster Summer
Miss Halverson
2024
Film
The Union
Lorraine McKenna
2024
Film
Jacir
Meryl
2023
Film
Pinocchio
Sofia the Seagull (voice)
2022
Film
The Birthday Cake
Sofia
2021
Film
Jerk
Tim's Mother · 12 episodes
2019–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Lorraine Bracco and where are they from?
Lorraine Bracco is 71 years old, born on October 2, 1954 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Lorraine Bracco?
Lorraine Bracco is best known for roles in GoodFellas, The Basketball Diaries, Pinocchio.
How many movies has Lorraine Bracco been in?
Over a 47-year career (since 1979), Lorraine Bracco has appeared in 35 movies and 12 TV shows.
What was Lorraine Bracco's first movie?
The career of Lorraine Bracco began with Duets on Sofa (1979).
What is Lorraine Bracco's most recent movie or series?
Lorraine Bracco's most recent release is Nonnas, which premiered on May 1, 2025.
What TV shows has Lorraine Bracco appeared in?
On television, Lorraine Bracco has appeared in The Sopranos, BoJack Horseman, Blue Bloods, The Daily Show.
Lorraine Bracco
1954-10-02 · Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Lorraine Bracco (born October 2, 1954) is an American actress. She is known for her roles as Karen Hill in Goodfellas, Dr. Jennifer Melfi on the HBO television series The Sopranos, and Angela Rizzoli, Jane's mother on Rizzoli & Isles.