George Raft was born and grew up in a poor family in Hell's Kitchen, one of the meanest areas of New York City. In his youth he showed a great interest in, and aptitude for, dancing. That, combined with his dark good looks and always sharp dressing, made him a local favorite at such spots as the El Fey Club with Texas Guinan. In 1928 Raft went to Hollywood to try his luck at acting. His first big role was as the coin-tossing henchman in Scarface (1932). His career was marked by numerous toug ...[Read Story]