Joseph Cali Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Saturday Night Fever, Movies, Height, Business

Joseph J. Cali Sr, famously known as Joseph Cali, is an American actor and music producer best known for his role as Joey, one of Tony Manero’s friends, in the 1977 cultural phenomenon Saturday Night Fever.

His portrayal of the brash, loyal Brooklynite contributed to the film’s iconic depiction of disco-era youth. Beyond acting, Cali has appeared in films like The Lonely Lady (1983) and Suicide Kings (1997), as well as television series such as Santa Barbara and Port Charles.

Profile

• Full Name: Joseph J. Cali Sr.
• Stage Name: Joseph Cali
• Born: 30, March 1950
• Age: 75 years old
• Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Music Producer, Entrepreneur
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Cali
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Patricia Soble (m. ?–1997), and Lori Lieberman
• Children: Emma Marie Cali
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million to $10 million

Early Life and Education

Joseph J. Cali Sr. was born on March 30, 1950, in Brooklyn, New York, to parents whose names are not publicly documented, referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Cali. Information about his siblings is unavailable. Raised in a working-class neighborhood, his Brooklyn roots influenced his authentic performance in Saturday Night Fever.

Cali graduated from Siena College in Loudonville, New York, where he pursued studies before entering the entertainment industry. His ethnicity is presumed to be Italian-American based on his surname and roles, though not explicitly confirmed, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Joseph Cali began his acting career in 1977 with his breakout role as Joey in Saturday Night Fever, a film that defined the disco era and earned him recognition for his portrayal of a tough yet loyal friend in Tony Manero’s crew. Following this success, he appeared in the 1979 CBS series Flatbush as Presto Prestopopolos, playing one of six Brooklyn teens, though the show was short-lived.

That same year, he took on the role of Pinky in the film Voices, a music-driven drama, and followed it with a supporting role as Jerry DiSalvo in The Competition (1980), a drama about dueling pianists. His early roles capitalized on his natural charisma and New York authenticity.

In the 1980s, Cali continued to build his television career, starring as Nick Frazier in the ABC series Today’s F.B.I. (1981–1982), a modernized take on the classic FBI drama. He also played Vincent Dacosta in The Lonely Lady (1983), a role that earned him a Golden Raspberry Award nomination for Worst Supporting Actor.

From 1988 to 1990, he portrayed Jack Dante in the NBC soap opera Santa Barbara, and in 1998, he appeared as Robert “Bobby” Mancusi in Port Charles. His television work included guest roles in Trapper John, M.D. (1981), Hunter, and Murder, She Wrote, as well as the TV movie Murder Without Motive: The Edmund Perry Story (1992) as Louie Bottone.

Beyond acting, Cali transitioned into music production and entrepreneurship, co-founding Cello Music & Film Systems, a company focused on high-end home theater equipment. He now owns and operates Joseph Cali Systems Design Inc. in Los Angeles, catering to upscale clients.

His later acting credits include a role as Nick the Nose in Suicide Kings (1997), a crime thriller with Christopher Walken. While his acting career has slowed, his business ventures and occasional screen appearances reflect a multifaceted career rooted in both creativity and commerce, maintaining his relevance in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @joecali4007

Personal Life

Joseph Cali has been married twice. He was first married to Patricia Ann Soble from 1987 until their divorce in 1997, and together they had four daughters, including Emma Marie Cali. He later married singer-songwriter Lori Lieberman, though that marriage was annulled; through this relationship, he also had three stepchildren.

Additionally, Joseph Cali has been linked to Wyman Pendleton in his dating history.

Filmography

• Saturday Night Fever (1977)
• Voices (1979)
• The Competition (1980)
• The Lonely Lady (1983)
• Murder Without Motive: The Edmund Perry Story (1992)
• Suicide Kings (1997)

Net Worth

Joseph Cali has an estimated net worth of $5–10 million. His wealth is derived from his acting career, including prominent roles in Saturday Night Fever, Santa Barbara, and Suicide Kings, as well as his television and film appearances throughout the 1980s and 1990s.