Truth About Michael Franzese's Relationship With His Father | Chazz Palminteri & Michael Franzese

[@davidgeiser4636]

You guys are the best, both of you are an inspiration to me, Mike for how you turned your life around, I'm a recovering alcoholic of 14 years on April 5th and had to turn my entire life around so in my small life we have that in common, and Chazz is just brilliant in storytelling and of course "A Bronx Tale" is on my Mount Rushmore of best mob movies. I sincerely hope you keep this show going. God Bless!

[@stoundingresults]

One of life's hardest lessons is learning blood relatives are some of the most envious enemies and hindrances of happiness you will have.

[@saulvizcarra3697]

Amen to that! They cant even support your new business!

[@sallywilliams668]

I find this to be true, not just with men, with women too. I have it my family also. So sad that people do this.

[@brewcity2317]

Damn. 100%.

[@keith4741]

💯

[@kimstephens5637]

That is SO true! I have been amazed with the changes since my parents have passed. Family can break your heart like no one else!

[@ismarwinkelman5648]

*"Mike, when are you gonna come and see me? I miss you."* Losing my father was one of the worst things that have ever happened to me. To have a voicemail of him telling me he missed me would make me happy and probably very sad at the same time. But I sure wish I had that voicemail. 🥺❤

[@solidus3168]

I really like Mike and Chazz. I feel these are genuine men.

[@step2058]

I like these guys, they’re alright. They’re good fellas.

[@solidus3168]

@@step2058 agreed

[@samvojtech1153]

You don't have to be wise or a wiseguy to hear the sincerity in these guy's voices. I know they are friends but we just received a heartfelt conversation between to good men. God bless!

[@ningyu3088]

With Legitimate character, a rarely integrity MOB-Captain has turned out to be anything else, still in gratefully brilliant shiny! Love to hear Michael Franzese’s story!

[@mardamek3]

The toughest thing with family is that often times they discourage you with their behavior, even though, from their perspective, it comes from a place of wanting to either help you or safeguard you from certain things. And the worst part is that it’s tough (near impossible) to tell them this, especially parents, because they will keep up their behavior subconsciously… that is if you can get your point across without them taking it the wrong way and getting offended in the first place…

[@Maxim89Il]

First of all, the wisdom from these guys is beautiful. Secondly, it is genuinely heartbreaking to hear what Michael went through.

[@suzannedeherrera3180]

WHO CARES WHAT PEOPLE, THINK. YOU KNOW YOUR TRUTH

[@PillageMontage]

You're the man, Michael. You don't have to justify anything to us man we love ya for who you are.

[@BettyFL]

You can hear the lament and heartfelt explanation in Michael's voice on a subject he's shared repeatedly. Not sure the trigger, but no need to justify this any further. Always an absolute pleasure to listen to you both; your collective history is fascinating. Continued blessings, good health and have a very Merry Christmas.

[@tomz5704]

Think the trigger was Joey Merlino

[@billmason6976]

@@tomz5704either way I don’t think this is Michael’s finest moment. This answer to the first question is scripted. I really feel he’s breaking down. I’m still a fan of Michael but he’s simply an entertainer now that can make up stories for all I care lol

[@cashdashrocks7570]

Michael, I was very close to your father when we were in transit together in 2000, and once we both got to Milan. I was a very successful jailhouse lawyer, and Sonny spent hundreds of hours going over his case. He wouldn't accept the fact that I knew little about the old, pre-SRA laws. He was so funny. Anyway, I loved and respected your old man very much. We parted ways in 2003 when I was released. I was so happy to see that he lived another 17 years beyond that. God Bless you and your family. I know Sonny is smiling down on you and looking forward to being with you again someday.

[@suebowman7258]

This is a great story. Thank you Michael

[@AMERICAFIRST54]

Much respect for both of you.

[@2076lou]

Two brilliant men. Great interview.

[@sallywilliams668]

This podcast gets better and better. Very interesting Michael. I'm sorry to hear how you had to jump in and help your family, but you did the right thing. God Bless you.! Merry Christmas. Chazz, that you and Michael for sharing this. Bless you both. Merry Christmas. 🌲

[@jamesgpevans9421]

I can hear the emotion in your voice, choked me up bit, God bless you Mike and Chaz.

[@hippiesnorthwoods]

Micheal I love you as a christian brother and respect you as a human and man you shouldn't have to keep proving you self because like you said if people can show proof that you put people in prison bring it and no one has and it's because it's not there and wouldn't you think if you did put someone in prison they would gotten to you by now God bless

[@DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn]

Wow this is Michael best discussion ever. Epic. And impressive. God bless him.

[@sjh9781]

I think Micheal has always been objective and honest about the ups and down with his mother father and family situation,

[@F_YT2023]

That’s a good story about your dad changing his mind when Patrick and his film crew were ready to film him. You gotta love it ! 😊 At 100 years old he probably felt that he had nothing more to gain … idk but it’s a good story that reflects some of the twists that life throws at just about anyone.

[@colonelreb1014]

"It's a Retirement Community!"

[@charlesbeeman8323]

It's a shame the reason this video had to be made. However, I'm glad to hear the information being told by Michael and not some guy that isn't worth a puddle of piss and talking $hit on a 103 year old true legend. Sonny was and always will be an icon in that lifestyle. Thank you both for another amazing story!

[@JohnJohnson-oz1yp]

An icon in that life, but a scumbag serial killer to the rest of the world.

[@nationalcarshippinginc645]

ON THE FLIP SIDE HIS DAD DID WHAT JOEY WAS TALKING ABOUT FOR 10 YEARS. OKAYED A CONTRACT ON HIS SON AND DIDNT TALK TO HIM FOR 10 YEARS AND THAN BROKE DOWN. ALSO THE FACT THAT MICHAEL COULDN'T GO TO HIS OWN DADS FUNERAL IN NY IS ANOTHER THING JOEY TALKS ABOUT WHEN YOU RAT YOUR NOT EVEN ABLE TO SET FOOT AT THE FUNERAL HOME IN YOUR OLD NEIGHBORHOOD? THAT'S A WILD LIFE TO LIVE AND VERY SAD.

[@billmason6976]

@@nationalcarshippinginc645people aren’t understanding that this situation about Sonny was talked about at clubs. The guy did his time. Can’t take that away but like you said he broke down which I don’t judge him much for but I’ve heard more than a few people talk about his father that new him

[@nationalcarshippinginc645]

I mean like he broke down by he was doing what Joey talked about basically disowned him for 10 years and okayed a hit on his own son, than eventually broke down and saw his son and started talking again @@billmason6976

[@charlesbeeman8323]

@billmason6976 his father gave the ok to have I'm killed. If they wanted him dead, he would have been dead. Sonny did NO wrong!

[@sally7210]

Love you guys! I already knew Michael was a stand up guy. This was a great show proving it! Thank you so much for the interesting , informative, and inspiring content!

[@billwebber400]

Michael you were always a good man. And that life was never for you as you have seen. You're serving a much higher purpose now and you don't have to justify yourself to anyone🙏

[@lewisspencer2035]

Loving your podcasts TOP FELLA

[@gabbyhyman1246]

Whenever someone says "to make a long story short" , it's usually too late😂😂😂. Love you guys!

[@chrisventura1881]

He needs a detailed movie or series. It can go in so many directions. Wow.🇮🇹🙌🏽🇺🇸

[@SALCAPANO]

I went threw a similar life style. 🇮🇹 Family's can be tuff. Great show

[@georgetaylor8591]

Michael, this is one great sit down with Chaz!! People could learn a lot from Your Honesty!! I admire You and the way You speak the truth!! may God bless You and Your wonderful family!!!

[@Cashcrop54]

Enjoyed this video Chazz and Michael though I wish it wasn't necessary to do it. Thank you!

[@adamlord7178]

I would love to hear about Chazz's experiences with the life, other than what is told in "A Bronx Tale".

[@chaseleopold]

He doesn’t have any

[@deborahbenazzi898]

Well done gentlemen! I’ve heard the videos you’ve mentioned & I’m very happy you set the record straight-in my mind as well as your followers it wasn’t necessary but very happy you did this to keep the “know it alls” quiet-they’re just looking for views!

[@jeffdundon9895]

glad to hear this..sorry about my previous thoughts.. that's it.

[@brewcity2317]

Helpful and good episode. I am sorry your family you were raised in Michael had to suffer so much, and with so many tragedies. I hope your younger brother is doing well and of peace of mind too. ✌

[@milahnegrete935]

Very Great interview! Merry Christmas would love to meet you in person one day .God bless you and your family keep up the good work Michael.

[@rubenfernandez8825]

Good afternoon Mr. Palminteri, Mr. Franzese. There's a book written by Bill O'relly & Martin Dugard highly recommend it to all of view,( viewers and both of you). the name of this book is "Killing the mob."in regards family, only God knows behind the walls and all the rest of us have to respect that privacy. in your case Mr.Franzese or Mr. Palminteri as public persons thinks like this will come sooner or later or time to time will come those type of questions. For me, I'm not better than anyone here but always try to behave with respect to anyone. May The good Lord be always with both and your lovely families.

[@joyfonvielle4227]

Mike, we love you….. I have been with you since the beginning. Love you too Chazz.❤️

[@DominieRobinson]

Integrity shines through , with Both of these men, yes it does !

[@martdag1950]

That was as clear as it gets 👌👍

[@charlesbeeman8323]

And yet someone's going to twist every word they can to make it sound the way they want it to.

[@alisonmclean3754]

Two gentlemen speaking honest truty❤❤from sunny Scotland god bless yous and your family

[@JoeMorreale1187]

Chazz looks like Vinnie ‘ the chin ‘ Gigante 😂😂😂

[@charlesbeeman8323]

Damn that can't be unseen. You hit that right on the head!

[@JoeMorreale1187]

@@ronvalentine3578 😂😂

[@EarlGreyThe1]

Great episode! Michael, out of all the interviews I've seen of you, I've not seen you talk about playing in the movie Anger Management yet!

[@semajbostsr9734]

Happy Holidays Gentleman 🎊

[@garyolivier792]

Great as usual guys!!! Thank you both for doing these. Be well and stay safe!!

[@ryanmedeiros9142]

Thank you for sharing this story Michael though you have nothing to explain to anyone. What happens inside a family isn't another's business. Ill say your Dad was obviously stand up very loyal to that life he knew, but the most stand up thing he ever did was stand by & love you Michael.

[@mrprjarrettjarrett2285]

You gentlemen are a class act, I enjoy the content a great deal, thanks to you both for putting it out there.

[@mattpomara1967]

This was terrific. Thank you for sharing

[@mrekmen6819]

Thank you two, God bless you both and your Fam's

[@AMERICAFIRST54]

Sonny did some very hard time. Then he was in and out a couple three times, and the Man never made a deal. Thats a honorable Man.

[@vcolet2011]

Thanks as always for a great talk...people that talk crap don't deserve an explanation, but with the bullshit of the Internet today interviews like this just reveals the truth...and in todays crap online the truth is best to hear...not that anyone owes anyone anything but for loyal listeners its good.

[@xavierjames8085]

Great episode 🔥🔥🔥🔥 I wish he woulda went into the convo he had with his dad wen he was sent for ! Do a video n detail that convo Michael

[@irmamartin2911]

Very heartfelt podcast, Merry Christmas to both of you and your families ❤🙌🙏

[@VespasianJudea]

Keep it up gentlemen. I love the content. Don’t let anyone besmirch your good name.

[@Taxationisstealing]

I love this show thanks guys!

[@stevefavia]

Great show,love it !

[@craigtracy8470]

Mike if it is too much to ask, what are your thoughts on Joey Merlino......?

[@bradt8019]

I agree, 🤔👍 some people overstep in the comment section. It's funny that so many people think they know more about your life than you do. Have a great day.

[@frankvalentino1121]

Can you do a video call on how / why your father was innocent ? Thx

[@joeplonka6568]

Good interview

[@bustownbc2787]

Now i understand and have answers to all the questions i had...

[@okeymmeje5118]

"Its not a nursing home. Its a retirement community" - Tony Soprano

[@nelsonramos6093]

Great info!

[@michaeldelguercio339]

Hey fellas , I,m from Belleville n.j. . rite around the corner from Cabert,s club and I did my growing up in n. newark . My dad was well connected and was just waiting for the books to open . I,m only writing this bc my dad passed and that whole crew "A. Gerard,s crew under the boot . I have some great story,s i feel i can talk about . my dad was in trenton for a while . i miss my dad more than anything . my mom is 96 and at the time of my writing this is weak , however still with us . Jim. Ran. ...A devingo...j.z. I would love to talk to you guys .

[@equalopportunityoffender4290]

I was curious if you ever met Raymond Patriarca ? I found him to be a very scary man!

[@EamonCoyle]

Who cares what other people say Mr Franzese ? As you said, you serve a different master and their lack of knowledge and respect is their problem !!

[@semajbostsr9734]

A Friend of a Friend I understand, thank you!!

[@nanabutner]

Isn’t that the phrase Charles Lucky Luciano told the allies to use when they landed on Sicily to identify themselves as coming with the “blessings” of Luciano and guaranteeing help in the fight against the GERMANS?

[@michaelfreeman6608]

Michael, you have confessed your sins before God and Man. You have spoken your truth and you have dedicated your life to helping others. The greatest teacher is one who has been thru the darkness and has found the light. Your father was who he was and I know he broke your heart in some ways but, be comforted my brother, in knowing he produced a great man and a most humble servant of God.

[@derekcollins4306]

You know people want to talk about what did , but not what you’re trying to do , good luck michael

[@Prone-Ski_BX]

It's Michael Grillo AKA Michael Franchese...!!

[@frankvalentino1121]

Why queens ? Was he upset he had to leave Brooklyn ?

[@haroldkane9714]

Michael is a real man

[@DRRoss-f3f]

You did what you did for the love of family. God constantly questions us throughout our lives.

[@meenalaregina7770]

Hi! How are you? Michael, I always appreciated the affection you expressed for your dad; it’s so sweet. I don’t understand why people cast aspersions; they’re just rude. Dads are the best.

[@cecilcotton9109]

My mother passed in April of 2020 the death certificate says Covid complications. She was 91 and a strong lady. She beat pneumonia also in her 80's.

[@billmason6976]

Really tough questions 😒

[@REAPERLIFE-ky6xs]

❤❤💪💪💪💪 Love yous guys!!!

[@tah5w]

What ever happened to Frank Grillo?

[@joshwells3782]

It might of been an assisted living facility like they have an apartment of there own but they can get help if needed

[@bustownbc2787]

Apparently Michael is still very concerned with people coming after him even after all these years, he said he didnt put any in jail, so i wonder why he thinks they would really come after him at his fathers funeral...you would think they have more important things 2 do than draw heat and attention 2 them at a public funeral over some1 who didnt put any1 in jail....i would think Michael would be low on their list of things 2 do, but apparently he got word he is still on someone's list.

[@ericfrancis1882]

I think Michael is taking the comments made by Merlino to personal, and it truly bothers him . When you know something isn’t true, engaging it on social media only makes it worse . Remember misery loves company, and nobody cares 🤫

[@scottankers6690]

Mike usually ignores the bs but Merlino was so out of line Mike felt it was necessary to defend his father and himself. Being a Christian doesn't mean you're always a doormat.

[@PietroRdeVies]

😂 Joey know how to get under his skin it only took him one blow

[@russell22222]

Mike,it is time for you to "go" to the Colombos...which is crazy and tell them to sort it out with Skinny.Just a suggestion.Rob D is in charge now.

[@russell22222]

​​@@Jason.cbr1000rrthey are supposed to teach a lesson to Joey,otherwise,there is no honor.Their instincts.

[@H_tudor]

In no way would going anywhere near those types of People a good idea imho

[@kenkrausse3624]

We love you Mike

[@PhilipSarsfield-qj4ld]

Chazz went a little heavy on the 2nd coat of lacquer.

[@EX.........]

Your dad did you a favor by saying what he said. Because it Makes it look like he's not hiding anything. It makes it easier on the boss as if he's not going to help you start a war or anything. You didn't take it the right way? It's also why you are still alive. Because you now thought twice about doing anything stupid. That you would have done had you thought you could gotten away with.

[@cynthiadaniels2062]

Michael I feel that it is distasteful and ignorant of people that question your paternity. Ignore those people and continue to live your best life..

[@DavidSalopek-v4v]

I think you can be a HUGE HELP

[@SamsungKat]

Hi Michael! Why did you use the last name Grillo until you were 18/19 years old? Your mom got pregnant with you at 16. If your dad was Sonny he got an underage girl pregnant. Is that the trait of a stand up guy or man of honour? Also can you please speak truthfully about Ornge Tutt and Gerald Gutterman. Michael don’t have this comment blocked like you do when someone brings up the truth about you. Remember when you brought an agent wearing a wire to meet your “dad? Norby Walters spent a year in jail because of your testimony before he got out for that technicality that was brought up on appeal.

[@patriotamerican3426]

All my life I’ve been told nobody worse than a rat but after listening to Michael’s story I’ve come to respect what he did I don’t agree with his decision to become a mobster but I respect his reasons for doing so he wanted to help his father which is something I’ve been raised to do myself

[@debbiep4647]

You DON'T talk about someone else's parent especially if they have passed!! PERIOD!!

[@franciscohorna5542]

great episode watchen right now and joey merlino screw him man if he is still active in the life he should not be on here in the first place god bless be safe there happy holidays!!!!!

[@chaseleopold]

🙄🙄

[@張魁元-j3k]

Being sentenced to 50 years in prison or imprisoned for 50 years for robbery is indeed a very long time! ​

[@frankvalentino1121]

Why did they try him in Albany ?

[@albrown1812]

So many got lost,ego,vanity, arrogance.These guys were far removed from the Salvatore Lucania's,the Frank Costello's, and Meyer's before this time. That thing had evolved and become about industry, building something.Look at what it did.The unions,The building of Vegas,Every bank loan sharks today,gambling legal all around the country, Bookmaking today is legal with a license all around the country.This thing used proceeds from bootlegging to forge other enterprises it was innovative.But like men throughout all periods they lose themselves in power,in authority,self importance.Guys wanted to be Gangsters, they relished it..

[@vrs32869002]

so I'm led to believe that Sonny was not Michael's biological father , can anyone here verify this?

[@dboyddon9697]

I believe in one of his episodes he mentioned that he did adopt him at an early age

[@heidithaw1072]

@@dboyddon9697 Michael's mother was 16 and pregnant by Sonny who was married at the time. His mom married another guy to avoid scandal. She then divorced him and married Sonny when he was divorced. He thought Sonny was his stepfather. He adopted him because he had the other mans name. He only ever knew Sonny.

[@dboyddon9697]

@@heidithaw1072 cool thanks. Merry Christmas

[@MarioJukic-q2y]

Chaz really get older,they sayed u get old when Your spiritus Go in that state.

[@mikem.7422]

I’m so hurt to see you Michael this way. Please fuck the hater. You’re a real gentleman. I’m all the way from the Netherlands and love you. Don’t care what som Philli idiot say about you. I cancelled Thad show immediately

[@peterc8021]

Michael my father and Mother were identical to yours. Mom spent every penny and Dad tried to save every penny. They fought for years until my dad gave up. My mother was jealous of me too. It took me many years to realize my mother is a narcissist. Your mom may have been a narcissist too. Being jealous of your kids is a narcissistic trate

[@SonniDunne-i4y]

Sonny was the underboss of the Colombo's.the f.b.i without doubt frames that man you know what I don't know how they can sleep at night.knowing they framed him and wasted half his life ❤r.i.p sonny

[@MrCeo1978buddy]

As a father I totally disagree with putting pressure on your kid to join the mob that's not fair. me I would want my kids to have better and be the total opposite of me