• Ramona Rizzo is a reality television personality, actress, and inadvertent associate of organized crime
• She was raised by her father and mother, with her grandfather being the famous mobster Benjamin Ruggiero
• She is known for appearing on the reality TV show “Mob Wives”, as well as for other appearances on reality shows
• She has also tried her luck as an actress, appearing in films such as “Touched” and “Paulie & Jake”
• Her net worth is estimated to be around $150,000
Known for movies
Touched (2015)
as Julie
Paulie & Jake (2017)
as Rita
Los Blancos (2012)
as Bella
Mob Wives (2012-2013)
as Herself
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Who is Ramona Rizzo?
Ramona Rizzo was born on the 8th March 1970, in New York City, USA, of half-Italian decent, and is a reality television personality, who is probably best recognized for being one of the main casts in the reality TV show called “Mob Wives”, which was aired on the VH1 channel. She is also known as an actress, as well as for her perhaps inadvertent association with organized crime.
Early Life and Childhood
Ramona was raised by her father, Johnny Rizzo, and her mother, Lyla Ruggiero; her grandfather was Benjamin Ruggiero, a well-known mobster. Thus, she had a rough childhood as her family was associated with the mafia, and always had problems with the law. She went to the very expensive private Richmondtown Preparatory School, along with her friend Karen Gravano, subsequently a famous television personality. At that time, Ramona became attracted to bad guys, which led to her very often getting in serious troubles with the law.
Marriage
— RaMona Rizzo (@RamonaRizzoVh1) February 17, 2015
Rise to Fame and “Mob Wives”
Right after returning home, she reunited with her childhood friend, Karen Gravano, who listened to her story and realized that it would be a great opportunity if Ramona appeared as one of the main cast in the reality television show “Mob Wives”. The show was aired on the VH1 channel, and earned her enormous popularity, adding a considerable amount to her net worth.
Other Reality TV Shows
A number of other reality TV shows’ producers noticed Ramona, which resulted in her appearing several popular TV shows at the time, including “Wendy: The Wendy Williams Show” (2012), which was followed by the TV show “Big Morning Buzz Live” in the same year. In the following year, she was a guest in the TV show entitled “Home & Family”, with all of these appearances increasing her popularity.
Acting Career
Apart from her career as a reality TV star, Ramona has also tried herself as an actress. She made her debut appearance in the role of Bella in the short film “Los Belos” in 2012, and her first major role came three years later, when she was chosen to portray Julie in the film “Touched”, directed by Terrance Tykeem. Most recently, she featured as Rita in the film entitled “Paulie & Jake” in 2017, increasing further her wealth.
Ramona Rizzo Net Worth
Her professional career really only started in 2012, when she became involved in the entertainment industry as a reality television star. Moreover, she also became active as an actress, who has appeared in several film titles. So, if you have ever wondered how rich Ramona Rizzo is, we can say that in mid-2018 the total size of her wealth is estimated to be over $150,000, according to authoritative sources.
Personal Life and Social Media Presence
Regarding her personal life, after divorcing her mob-related husband and moving back to the US, she met Joseph ‘Joe Boy’ Sclafani, to whom she became engaged, however, their wedding plans were canceled as Joe Boy was arrested for dealing cocaine, and sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Found @RamonaRizzoVh1 in my town shopping had to get a pic such a doll pic.twitter.com/It0GlSiVxr
— FLYY GURL (@caprigirl1585) February 21, 2013
She is currently single and dedicated to her children.
In her spare time, she is active across many of the most popular social media sites, including her official Instagram and Twitter accounts.
Grandfather
Ramona is known as the granddaughter of Benjamin Ruggiero, better known by his nickname Lefty Two Guns, who was one of the soldiers in the Bonnano crime family, one of the most dangerous mob groups in the world. He allegedly killed more than 26 people. Furthermore, Benjamin was also known for being the friend of FBI undercover agent Joseph ‘Donnie Brasco’ Pistone, so he was portrayed by Al Pacino in the film “Donnie Brasco” (1997).
General Info
| Full Name | Ramona Rizzo |
Accomplishments
| TV Shows | Mob Wives |
Social profile links
Pictures
Movies
Actress
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulie & Jake | 2017 | completed | Rita |
| Touched | 2015/I | Julie | |
| Los Blancos | 2012 | Video short | Bella |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mob Wives | 2012-2013 | TV Series | Herself |
| Home & Family | 2013 | TV Series | Herself - Guest |
| Mob Wives: The Sit Down | 2012 | TV Series | Herself - Guest |
| Big Morning Buzz Live | 2012 | TV Series | Herself |
| Wendy: The Wendy Williams Show | 2012 | TV Series | Herself - Guest |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia
