Biography

Ignazio "Nat" Curcuruto (October 1, 1903 – April 16, 1975), better known by his stage name Joe Kirk, was an American radio, film, and television actor who was best known for playing the role of Mr. Bacciagalupe on The Abbott and Costello Show. He was married to Lou Costello's sister Marie in real life.

Known For

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein

Man at Costume Party in Fez

House of Frankenstein

Schwartz (uncredited)

Vendetta

Napoleon Bonaparte

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

Clothing Store Clerk

Abbott and Costello Go to Mars

Dr. Orvilla

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd

Flirtatious Pirate (uncredited)

Buck Privates Come Home

Real Estate Salesman

My Dear Secretary

Process Server with Divorce Papers (uncredited)