From Sammy Gravano to Sonny Franzese: Ex-Mobster Ranks the Underbosses
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In La Cosa Nostra, while the boss commands the empire, the underboss holds the street together as the vital second-in-command and the ultimate power player behind the scenes. In this video, former Colombo family Caporegime Michael Franzese demystifies the five formal ranks of the American Mafia—debunking Hollywood myths about street lieutenants—before tier-ranking 21 of the most notorious underbosses in underworld history. Breaking them into five distinct categories ranging from "Showoff" and "Contender" to "Big-Timer" and "GOAT" (Greatest of All Time), Michael assesses the true impact of figures like Neil Dellacroce, Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Gaspipe Casso, and Vito Genovese based on real street knowledge and firsthand sit-downs.
Going beyond public headlines and government trial transcripts, Michael provides raw, insider commentary on the brutal realities behind these appointments. He reveals how Frank DeCicco's potential was cut short by a car bomb intended for John Gotti, the truth about his past feud and eventual reconciliation with Sammy Gravano, and why informant underbosses like Carmine Sessa deserve nothing but contempt. Finally, Michael reflects on his own father, the legendary Sonny Franzese, debating whether surviving 40 years of prison time and dying with his boots on at age 103 earns him a rightful spot as one of the greatest underbosses to ever live.
0:00 - The 5 Ranks of the Mafia (Debunking Hollywood Myths)
0:45 - What Does a Mafia Underboss Actually Do?
1:52 - The Consigliere vs. The Street Boss (Caporegime)
5:40 - The Tier Categories: From GOAT to Showoff
6:31 - Gaspipe Anthony Casso (Lucchese Family)
8:41 - Vito Genovese (Luciano & Costello Underboss)
10:09 - Neil Dellacroce (Carlo Gambino’s Right Hand)
11:28 - Frank DeCicco & The Car Bomb Meant for John Gotti
12:43 - Carmine "Lilo" Galante (Bonanno Family)
14:31 - Sammy "The Bull" Gravano & Settling Our YouTube Feud
18:46 - Salvatore "Tom Mix" Santoro (Lucchese Family)
19:09 - Venero "Benny Eggs" Mangano (Genovese Family)
20:14 - Philip "Rusty" Rastelli (Bonanno Family)
21:00 - Frank Locascio (Gambino Family)
21:32 - Joseph "Joe Piney" Armone (Gambino Family)
22:45 - Steven Crea & Sal Avellino (The Bugged Jaguar)
23:57 - Salvatore "Sally Mush" Martirano (Genovese Family)
24:35 - Carmine Sessa (Colombo Family Informant)
26:08 - Salvatore "Sally Bugs" Briguglio & Jimmy Hoffa
27:05 - Joey Caridi & Jerry Langella (Colombo Family)
29:03 - Frank "Punchy" Illiano & Joey Gallo (Gambino Family)
30:45 - Sonny Franzese: Ranking My Father at Age 103
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Mangano famously refused to cooperate. The next morning, one of New York's major daily papers ran the iconic headline - "EGGS DON'T BREAK!"
Want to lighten the mood a little, do a Mobster Movie review for Corky Romano; underrated but hilarious.
From Sammy Gravano to Sonny Franzese: Ex-Mobster Ranks the Underbosses
Franzese Wines
69,062 views
🍷 Have you tried my wine yet? Visit https://yt-fw.franzesewine.com/
Full video: Ranking the Most Powerful Underbosses in M...
Brought to you by: Michael Franzese Wines
In La Cosa Nostra, while the boss commands the empire, the underboss holds the street together as the vital second-in-command and the ultimate power player behind the scenes. In this video, former Colombo family Caporegime Michael Franzese demystifies the five formal ranks of the American Mafia—debunking Hollywood myths about street lieutenants—before tier-ranking 21 of the most notorious underbosses in underworld history. Breaking them into five distinct categories ranging from "Showoff" and "Contender" to "Big-Timer" and "GOAT" (Greatest of All Time), Michael assesses the true impact of figures like Neil Dellacroce, Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Gaspipe Casso, and Vito Genovese based on real street knowledge and firsthand sit-downs.
Going beyond public headlines and government trial transcripts, Michael provides raw, insider commentary on the brutal realities behind these appointments. He reveals how Frank DeCicco's potential was cut short by a car bomb intended for John Gotti, the truth about his past feud and eventual reconciliation with Sammy Gravano, and why informant underbosses like Carmine Sessa deserve nothing but contempt. Finally, Michael reflects on his own father, the legendary Sonny Franzese, debating whether surviving 40 years of prison time and dying with his boots on at age 103 earns him a rightful spot as one of the greatest underbosses to ever live.
0:00 - The 5 Ranks of the Mafia (Debunking Hollywood Myths)
0:45 - What Does a Mafia Underboss Actually Do?
1:52 - The Consigliere vs. The Street Boss (Caporegime)
5:40 - The Tier Categories: From GOAT to Showoff
6:31 - Gaspipe Anthony Casso (Lucchese Family)
8:41 - Vito Genovese (Luciano & Costello Underboss)
10:09 - Neil Dellacroce (Carlo Gambino’s Right Hand)
11:28 - Frank DeCicco & The Car Bomb Meant for John Gotti
12:43 - Carmine "Lilo" Galante (Bonanno Family)
14:31 - Sammy "The Bull" Gravano & Settling Our YouTube Feud
18:46 - Salvatore "Tom Mix" Santoro (Lucchese Family)
19:09 - Venero "Benny Eggs" Mangano (Genovese Family)
20:14 - Philip "Rusty" Rastelli (Bonanno Family)
21:00 - Frank Locascio (Gambino Family)
21:32 - Joseph "Joe Piney" Armone (Gambino Family)
22:45 - Steven Crea & Sal Avellino (The Bugged Jaguar)
23:57 - Salvatore "Sally Mush" Martirano (Genovese Family)
24:35 - Carmine Sessa (Colombo Family Informant)
26:08 - Salvatore "Sally Bugs" Briguglio & Jimmy Hoffa
27:05 - Joey Caridi & Jerry Langella (Colombo Family)
29:03 - Frank "Punchy" Illiano & Joey Gallo (Gambino Family)
30:45 - Sonny Franzese: Ranking My Father at Age 103