Today, the Shattered Lens wishes a happy birthday to Joe Pesci!  A favorite of Scorsese’s, an fascinating interview subject, and the star of the short-lived series Half-Nelson, Joe Pesci has become a true American institution.

It’s often forgotten that, before he became an award-winning actor, Pesci pursued careers as both a stand-up comedian and a singer.  Here he is, performing a lounge version of The Beatles’ Fool On The Hill for his 1968 album, Little Joe Sure Can Sing!