Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1964-12-04
- Born Place: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As:
Marisa Veriga Tomei, Μαρίσα Βέριγκα Τομέι, ماریسا تومی
Marisa Tomei
Marisa Tomei is an acclaimed American actress known for her versatility, charisma, and strong screen presence. Born on December 4, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York, she began her acting career in television before gaining widespread attention with her Academy Award-winning performance as Mona Lisa Vito in the comedy My Cousin Vinny (1992). Tomei’s sharp comedic timing and authentic portrayal earned her critical acclaim and cemented her as a standout talent in Hollywood. Over the years, she has delivered a wide range of performances in both independent films and major studio projects, including In the Bedroom (2001) and The Wrestler (2008), both of which earned her Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Tomei brought a fresh, modern take to the role of Aunt May Parker, appearing in Captain America: Civil War (2016), the Spider-Man trilogy starring Tom Holland, and Avengers: Endgame (2019). Her portrayal of Aunt May combined warmth, strength, and wit, contributing significantly to the emotional depth of the Spider-Man series.
