- During World War II, he was an infantry company machine-gunner for the U.S. Army in Italy for two years.
- Born in Cleveland, he was a machine-gunner and USO performer in World War II before arriving in New York to start his theater career.
- Brother of actor and adult film director/producer Anthony Spinelli.
- Was nominated for Broadway's 1981 Tony Award as Best Actor (Play) for Woody Allen's "The Floating Light Bulb."
- Uncle of adult film director/producer Mitch Spinelli.
- His body was cremated and his ashes were given to family members or a friend.
- Like most actors, he was a liberal Democrat.
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