Bobby Vitale, (June 30, 1965 - August 29, 2017)[1] also known as "Jerry Forde", was an American pornographic actor of Mexican/ Irish descent. He entered the adult film industry in 1995 and had performed in over 418 titles. His filmography included films directed by John Leslie.[2] Vitale has directed two adult films.
Bobby Vitale | |
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 Vitale on the right with his former girlfriend Briana Banks at the 2004 AVN Awards | |
| Born | Gerald R. Forde June 30, 1965 Santa Monica, California, United States |
| Died | August 29, 2017 (aged 52) Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Other names | Jerry Forde |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Spouses | |
| Partner | Briana Banks (2003–2006) |
Personal life
Vitale was married to fellow porn actor Nikki Tyler from 1996 to 1998.[3] He appeared in scenes with her.[4] They subsequently got divorced, and Vitale later became engaged to Briana Banks in 2003, before they split up in 2006.[5]
Vitale was the victim of a car accident in 2004 that left him with a smashed pelvis, crushed urethra and having to use a wheelchair and a colostomy bag temporarily.[6]
Having retired in the mid 2000s, Vitale ran a body shop in Southern California for several years.[7] He claimed to be ready to make a comeback to the porn industry in 2011, but nothing ever came of this.[8]
He died on August 29, 2017 in Los Angeles, California, aged 52.[9]
Awards
- 2000 XRCO Award – Male Performer of the Year[10]
- 2001 AVN Award – Best Couples Sex Scene (Film) – Facade (with Sydnee Steele)[11]
References
External links
- Bobby Vitale at IMDb
- Bobby Vitale at the Internet Adult Film Database
- Bobby Vitale at the Adult Film Database
