Vincent Cirrincione
Vincent Cirrincione | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 31, 1947 |
| Occupation(s) | Talent manager Producer |
| Years active | 1970s–2018 |
| Known for | Managing Halle Berry Taraji P Dorothy Dandridge |
Vincent Cirrincione (born May 31, 1947) is an American former talent manager and film producer who played a role in shaping the careers of actresses like Halle Berry and Taraji P. Henson.[1] In 2018, his career came to an end following allegations of misconduct, which resulted in the closure of his management firm.[2]
Early Life
[edit]Vincent Cirrincione was born in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up in the Marine Park neighborhood under the care of his Italian grandparents. They owned a grocery store and passed down to him a strong work ethic and a determination to succeed.[3]
Career
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Cirrincione started his career in the entertainment industry as a talent manager and later established Vincent Cirrincione Associates.[4][5] He is recognized for discovering and managing the careers of several successful actresses, particularly Halle Berry and Taraji P. Henson. Under his mentorship, Berry won an Academy Award, while Henson gained widespread recognition in film and television.[6]
Beyond talent management, Cirrincione also ventured into film production, contributing to projects such as Unthinkable (2010),[7] Supremacy (2014), and Lackawanna Blues (2005).[8][9]
In February 2018, The Washington Post reported that nine women, mostly women of color, accused Vincent of sexual harassment and misconduct spanning nearly two decades, from 1993 to 2011.[10][11] The allegations included inappropriate behavior and propositions for sex in exchange for career opportunities.[2]
Following these accusations, Cirrincione announced the closure of his management company, stating that he did not want to create distractions for his clients.[12] Actresses Halle Berry and Taraji P. Henson publicly denounced his actions, with Berry expressing anger that her name had been used to manipulate women, and Henson voicing disappointment and shame.[13]
Cirrincione denied the allegations, stating that any relationships were consensual and that he had never used his position to seek inappropriate favors.[14]
Filmography
[edit]Producer
[edit]- Unthinkable (2010)
- Supremacy (2014)
- Lackawanna Blues (2005)
- Frankie & Alice (2010)
- The Last Producer (2000)
Awards and Nominations
[edit]- 2000 Primetime Emmy Award – Nominated for Outstanding Made for Television Movie
- 2005 Black Movie Award – Winner for Outstanding Television Movie
- 2006 Christopher Award – Winner for Television & Cable
- 2006 Independent Spirit Award – Nominated for Best First Feature
- 2006 PGA Award – Nominated for Outstanding Producer of Long-Form Television
- 2015 Africa Movie Academy Award – Winner for Best Diaspora Feature
References
[edit]- ^ "Taraji P. Henson Cuts Ties with Manager After He Was Accused of Sexual Harassment". People.com. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ a b Segarra, Lisa Marie (2018-02-03). "Halle Berry's Ex-Manager Accused of Sexual Harassment". TIME. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Admin (2018-01-05). "Vincent Cirrincione Biography | Emerald City Journal". Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ McHenry, Jackson (2018-02-05). "Hollywood Manager to Close Agency After Sexual-Harassment Accusations". Vulture. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ "Vincent Cirrincione Shuts Down Management Company In Wake Of Sexual Harassment Allegations". Yahoo Entertainment. 2018-02-05. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Mason, Aiden (2018-02-06). "Five Things You Didn't Know about Vincent Cirrincione - TVovermind". Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Leydon, Joe (2010-06-27). "Unthinkable". Variety. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Yamato, Jen (2014-06-26). "Well Go USA Acquires Danny Glover Hostage Thriller 'Supremacy'". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ "Vincent Cirrincione". Variety. 2013-12-17. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Kilkenny, Katie (2018-02-02). "Producer and Manager Vincent Cirrincione Accused of Sexual Harassment". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Gonzales, Richard (2018-02-05). "Hollywood Star-Maker Accused Of Sexual Harassment Closes Talent Agency". NPR. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Gonzalez, Umberto (2018-02-05). "Vincent Cirrincione, Taraji P Henson's Ex-Manager, Shutters Firm After Harassment Accusations". TheWrap. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Desta, Yohana (2018-02-02). "Manager Who Worked with Halle Berry, Taraji P. Henson, Accused of Sexual Misconduct". Vanity Fair. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ Britzky, Haley (2018-02-02). "Hollywood manager who represented minority women accused of sexual misconduct". Axios. Retrieved 2025-05-08.