Anthony Ruggiano and Gene Borrello are Cousins by birth and ended up in two different Mafia Families(Gambino/Bonanno) and represent two different generations.

About Anthony
Anthony Ruggiano Jr. who was born in 1953. The same year Albert Anastasia opened the books & straightened out his father Fat Andy Ruggiano. Back in the Golden Era of the Italian American Mafia Anthony's Father, Fat Andy, was one of the most respected gangsters there were & he was a straight killer not to be played with. If you've ever seen the iconic movie Good Fellas, Fat Andy's likeness was featured in the memorable scene that takes place at the Bamboo Lounge. In this episode our Cinemills TV Family gets a front row seat experience from the Son of a Gangster. Imagine if you were meeting John Gotti Sr. in your teens and getting the nod to become a made member in the Gambino Crime Family.

Anthony Ruggiano Jr was born into the Life His mother was distant as opposed to his father who, despite being a mafia heavy weight, was a warm and loving figure throughout his life. Anthony was born in East New York and moved to Ozone Park when he was five. Anthony’s father 'Fat Andy' became a made member of the mafia in 1953 under the tutelage of Albert Anastasia, and quickly became a feared boss with one of the biggest crews in New York City. For as tough as Fat Andy could be he was also a loving and caring son, father, neighbor and grandfather.​It wasn't until Anthony Jr. was thirteen however, that he truly pieced together who his father truly was. Fat Andy took him to clubs where he met the likes of John Gotti Sr., and he began to read up about his father through articles. At the age of 16 Anthony was suspended from high school, and his father asked him what he wanted to do with his life. Anthony said he wanted to work for him, unaware of what he truly signed up for. Fat Andy groomed his son, starting off with introductions to other bosses and captains like O’Neal, who was the underboss of the Gambino Family. At this point, through Fat Andy and his partner Tony Lee's guidance, Anthony Jr. began to form his own crew. The NYPD quickly learned who he was and began to arrest him in hopes they could shake off some money from his father. Anthony was also exposed to cocaine and the drug world too. At twenty-three Anthony was convicted of burglary and grand larceny but due to the lavish party his father threw in his honor, he wasn't aware of the consequences of going to jail.

Life after the LCN

Anthony Ruggiano Jr. has a conscience and is remorseful for the sins of his past and has dedicated his life to improving the lives of others. Helping them beat drug and alcohol addiction through a personalized proven recovery plan. He is committed to empower at risk youth and prevent them from joining the underworld by refuting the myths there is any glamour or honor in it. "All that glitters isn't Gold."
Anthony is currently working on a book that recounts his experiences in the mob world, and what it was like to work for and be the son of the renowned and infamous 'Fat Andy' Ruggiano. He is also actively involved in a YouTube show in hopes he can expand his platform and reach a wider audience that is in desperate need of help with their recovery from addiction.

About Gene
Gene Borrello was a known associate of The Bonanno crime family is one of the Five Families that dominate organized crime activities in New York City, often referred to as the American Mafia. The other four families are the Gambino, Genovese, Lucchese, and Colombo families. The Bonanno family has a long and complex history within the world of organized crime.
The family was founded by Joseph Bonanno in the early 20th century. Joseph Bonanno was one of the original bosses of the family and played a significant role in the formation of the Commission, a governing body that helped to settle disputes and coordinate activities among the various Mafia families.
Over the years, the Bonanno family has experienced internal power struggles, conflicts with other Mafia families, and legal challenges. Joseph Bonanno's leadership, in particular, was marked by both successes and controversies. In the 1960s, there was a period of instability and violence within the family, often referred to as the "Banana War," which ultimately led to Joseph Bonanno's semi-retirement and the emergence of new leadership.

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