Stand-up Comedy:
* Raw and edgy humor: Known for his dark, often offensive, and vulgar jokes.
* Character work: He's famous for his recurring characters like "The King of Queens" character "Frank the Tank" and "The Cop."
* Comedy Central specials: He's had several stand-up specials on Comedy Central, including "I'm Not a Comedian" and "Jim Florentine: You're the Man Now, Dog."
Acting:
* "The King of Queens": He played the recurring character "Frank the Tank" for several seasons.
* "Crank": He starred in the action films "Crank" and "Crank: High Voltage."
* "The Sopranos": He had a recurring role as a member of the Lupertazzi crime family.
* "Californication": He had a recurring role as a biker and friend of Hank Moody.
* Other appearances: He's appeared in numerous other films and TV shows.
Podcasting:
* "The Jim Florentine Show": He hosts a popular podcast where he interviews comedians and other personalities.
* "Comedy Gold Mine": He hosts a podcast with fellow comedian, Brian Quinn (of Impractical Jokers).
Other Notable Points:
* Radio work: He had a long radio career, including stints on "The Howard Stern Show" and "Opie and Anthony."
* Published author: He wrote the book "Funny Is Funny," which details his experiences in the comedy world.
Jim Florentine's career is marked by his distinct comedic voice and his ability to entertain audiences across multiple platforms.