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Joe Dinicol

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Responsible Disciplined Ambitious Self-Controlled Good Manager Practical

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1983-12-22
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Joe Dinicol began his acting journey when he was just 15 years old, showing early promise in the world of entertainment. In the beginning, Dinicol primarily appeared in films, taking on roles in a variety of projects. One of his early appearances was in the Gary Busey comedy adventure Jacob Two Two Meets The Hooded Fang (1999), followed by a part in the dramatic adaptation The Virgin Suicides (2000), where he shared the screen with James Woods. He also appeared in the thrilling film Water Damage (2001), starring alongside Daniel Baldwin.

In addition to his film work, Joe Dinicol expanded his repertoire by acting in several TV movies. He was featured in Mail to the Chief (1999–2000), The Loretta Claiborne Story (ABC, 1999–2000), and The Facts of Life Reunion (ABC, 2001–02). During this time, Dinicol also lent his voice to the animated series Anatole (CBS, 1998–2000), showcasing yet another dimension of his talent. He later took part in the Lifetime TV movie She’s Too Young (2003–04), further broadening his experience.

After that, Joe Dinicol continued to build his film career with appearances in movies such as the Will Rothhaar-led crime drama Kart Racer (2003), the quirky comedy Weirdsville (2007), and the horror film George A. Romero’s Diary of the Dead (2008), directed by Shawn Roberts. He also played a role in the dramatic war film Passchendaele (2008), starring with Caroline Dhavernas.

Throughout this period, Dinicol remained active in television as well, landing a spot on the popular medical drama Grey’s Anatomy (ABC, 2004–). He later appeared in well-known films like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010), starring Michael Cera, and the comedy Bank$tas (2014), which featured Alan Thicke.

More recently, Joe Dinicol was seen on the action-packed NBC series Blindspot (2015–), continuing to demonstrate his versatility and dedication to his craft.

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When it comes to Joe Dinicol’s acting career, one standout performance comes from Diary of the Dead (2007), which happens to be Joe Dinicol’s highest rated film to date. It received strong reviews and really showcased Joe Dinicol’s potential as a rising talent in the industry. On the other hand, Joe Dinicol also appeared in Passchendaele (2008), a movie that didn’t resonate as well with critics or audiences—making it Joe Dinicol’s lowest rated project so far. While both films are part of Joe Dinicol’s early body of work, they highlight the range of roles he’s taken on, even at the beginning of his journey. Joe Dinicol definitely made an impression, and fans continue to follow Joe Dinicol’s career with interest.

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