Joey Tribbiani Sr.

Joey Tribbiani Sr.
Nicknames	Big Joey, Mr Trib
Gender	Male
Occupation	Pipefitter
Relatives	Nonna (mother) Nonnie (mother-in-law) Gloria Tribbiani (wife) Joey Tribbiani (son) Gina (daughter) Tina (daughter) Dina (daughter) Mary-Angela (daughter) Mary-Therese (daughter) Veronica (daughter) Cookie (daughter)
Relationships	Gloria Tribbiani (wife) Ronni Rapalono (mistress)
Information
First appearance	The One With The Boobies
Last appearance	Joey and the Dad
Number of episodes	1+1
Portrayed by	Robert Costanzo

Joey Tribbiani, Sr. is Joey's father. He was portrayed by Robert Costanzo.

He owns a pipe fitting business and lives with his wife Gloria in Queens, New York. Both appeared in the episode "The One With The Boobies". Joey, Sr. is also conducting a long-term extra-marital affair with a pet mortician named Ronni Rapalono. Although Joey disapproves of this state of affairs, he is forced to accept it when his mother reminds him how much happier his father is now that he has a "hobby", and that their marriage is much better due to Joey, Sr.'s shame.

Joey, Sr. also appeared in an episode of Joey, "Joey and the Dad", in which he flew to L.A. to attend the premiere of Joey's movie Captured.

Quick Answers

What is the profession of Joey Tribbiani Sr.?

Joey Tribbiani Sr., often referred to as Big Joey or Mr Trib, operates a pipe fitting business. He lives with his wife, Gloria Tribbiani, in Queens, New York.

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Who portrayed Joey's dad in Friends?

In the popular TV show Friends, the character Joey Tribbiani Sr., who is Joey's dad, was played by Robert Costanzo.

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What is the name of Joey Sr.'s extramarital partner?

Joey's dad, Joey Tribbiani Sr., is involved in an extramarital relationship with Ronni Rapalano, a pet mortician. Joey's initial disapproval subsides after his mother, Gloria, reveals that the affair has positively impacted their marital relationship.

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How does Joey react to his father's affair?

Joey Tribbiani Sr.'s affair initially shocks Joey, leading him to intervene by hosting his father and the mistress. However, Joey grudgingly accepts the situation after his mother reveals her knowledge and acceptance of the affair, citing improved treatment from Joey's dad.

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Are Joey's parents divorced in Friends?

The show 'Friends' does not provide clear information on the marital status of Joey's parents. Joey's concerns about replicating his parents' unsuccessful marriage are noted, implying potential marital problems.

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Appearance

Joey, Sr. looks like a regular middle-aged man; he is average height, is a little chubby, and his head is almost completely bald. He is quite tanned, which signifies his Italian descent.

Trivia

• Robert Costanzo is the only actor besides Matt LeBlanc to appear on both Friends and Joey as the same character. (Some characters, such as Gina Tribbiani appeared on both shows, but not played by the same actor, while some actors, such as Adam Goldberg and Jennifer Coolidge appeared on both shows, but not as the same character).