Nelson Sardelli

Known for: Acting
Born: September 20, 1934

Nelson Sardelli (born September 20, 1934) is a Brazilian-born singer, actor, and comedian of Italian descent. Best known as an entertainer in Las Vegas, Sardelli has acted in films such as Myra Breckinridge and The Professionals. He was awarded the Golden Pillow Award from the International Entertainer School of Las Vegas in 2008. Sardelli is the biological father of actress Mariska Hargitay.

Filmography

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My Mom Jayne 2025
as Self
Jayne Mansfield: The Tragedy of a Blonde 2015
as Self (archive footage)
Fake-Out 1982
as Danny Parelli
Myra Breckinridge 1970
as Mario
Homesick for St. Paul 1963
as Chorus Boy

Credits from TMDB.