Nelson Sardelli (born September 20, 1934) is a Brazilian-born singer, actor, and comedian of Italian descent. Best known as an entertainer in Las Vegas, Sardelli has acted in films such as Myra Breckinridge and The Professionals. He was awarded the Golden Pillow Award from the International Entertainer School of Las Vegas in 2008. Sardelli is the biological father of actress Mariska Hargitay.

Nelson Sardelli

Acting Born September 20, 1934

Nelson Sardelli (born September 20, 1934) is a Brazilian-born singer, actor, and comedian of Italian descent. Best known as an entertainer in Las Vegas, Sardelli has acted in films such as Myra Breckinridge and The Professionals. He was awarded the Golden Pillow Award from the International Entertainer School of Las Vegas in 2008. Sardelli is the biological father of actress Mariska Hargitay.

Known For

The Trapalhões

My Mom Jayne

Self

Myra Breckinridge

Mario

Fake-Out

Danny Parelli

Jayne Mansfield: The Tragedy of a Blonde

Self (archive footage)

Homesick for St. Paul

Chorus Boy