Who is Larry Manetti? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

Also Known As: Lawrence Francis Manetti

Age: 77 Years, 77 Year Old Males

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Nancy DeCarl Manetti (m. 1948)

children: Lorenzo Manetti

Born Country: United States

Actors American Men

Height: 5'7" (170 cm), 5'7" Males

City: Chicago, Illinois

U.S. State: Illinois

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Did Larry Manetti write any books?

Yes, Larry Manetti co-authored a cookbook titled "Aloha Magnum: Larry Manetti's Magnum, P.I. Memories" with his wife Nancy.
2

Has Larry Manetti appeared in any movies?

Yes, Larry Manetti has appeared in several movies, including "Black Sheep Squadron" and "Out of Sight."
3

What is Larry Manetti's connection to Elvis Presley?

Larry Manetti was a close friend of Elvis Presley and even served as the best man at Presley's wedding to Priscilla.
4

Is Larry Manetti still involved in the entertainment industry?

Yes, Larry Manetti continues to be involved in the entertainment industry, making occasional appearances on TV shows and participating in events related to his career.

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Career

Larry Manetti’s began his work with TV show ‘Starsky & Hutch’, where he played a guest role. Between 1976 and 1978, he appeared in the period military drama ‘Baa Baa Black Sheep’, where he played the role of 1st Lieutenant Robert Boyle. The series revolved around Greg Boyington, who fought in the World War II, with his squad which was known as ‘Black Sheep Squadron’.

His first works on the big screen were ‘Two-Minute Warning’ in 1976 and ‘Sudden Death’ in 1977. Between 1978 and 1979, he appeared in another TV series ‘Battlestar Galactica’. Between 1980 and 1988, he played one of the main roles in the crime drama series ‘Magnum, PI’. It gained a lot of popularity and was ranked as one of the top twenty TV shows in the US at that time. The story revolved around a private detective named Thomas Sullivan Magnum, who was portrayed by Tom Selleck. The show was nominated for thirteen Golden Globe Awards, out of which it won two. It was nominated for a total of nineteen Emmy awards as well, and winning two.

In 1993, he appeared in the thriller film ‘Snapdragon’. The story revolves around two men who were killed while watching TV, after which Sergeant Peckham is assigned to investigate the case. It was the debut film of well-known Canadian actress Pamela Anderson. The same year, he also appeared in the action drama film ‘CIA II: Target Alexa’, which was directed by Lorenzo Lamas. He also appeared in two TV shows ‘Street Justice’ and ‘Quantum Leap’.

The next year, he had a role in the thriller film ‘Fatal Pursuit’. The movie was about a private detective and a good-looking female insurance investigator who search for stolen diamonds. He was next seen in the 1997 film ‘Top of the World’. It was directed by Sidney J Furie.

In 1998, he appeared in two movies. He appeared in ‘Scar City’, which was about a young cop who gets thrown in with a special squad of the police, acting as assassins. He next appeared in the film ‘Hijack’. It was about a prestigious senator, who along with the passengers who are on board a train, are kidnapped by a group of militias. Both the movies were met with negative reviews. He continued to appear in a number of movies over the years, such as ‘No Tomorrow’ (1999), ‘The Alternate’ (2000), ‘Random Acts’ (2001), and ‘Sinatra Club’ (2010).

Between 2013 and 2016, he appeared in the TV show ‘Hawaii Five-0 ‘, an American police procedural action series. In 2019, he was seen in ‘Magnum P.I.’, which is a reboot of the 1980 series of the same name. The series started airing in September 2018.

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Childhood & Early Life

Lawrence Francis Manetti was born on 23rd July 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. Not much is known regarding his childhood. His wife is Nancy DeCarl Manetti. They couple has one son named Lorenzo Manetti.

Facts About Larry Manetti

Larry Manetti, known for his role as Rick in "Magnum, P.I.," is an accomplished pilot and aviation enthusiast in real life.

In addition to his acting career, Manetti is also a successful author, having written a memoir titled "Aloha Magnum" about his experiences on the iconic TV show.

Manetti is a dedicated philanthropist, supporting various charities and organizations, including those focused on helping veterans and animals.

He is a talented cook and has even released his own cookbook, showcasing his favorite Italian recipes and culinary creations.

Manetti has a passion for classic cars and enjoys collecting and restoring vintage vehicles in his spare time.

Larry Manetti Biography

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Did Larry Manetti write any books?

Has Larry Manetti appeared in any movies?

What is Larry Manetti's connection to Elvis Presley?

Is Larry Manetti still involved in the entertainment industry?