Michael Franzese, born Michael Grillo on May 27, 1951, was a notorious figure in the New York Mafia. His father, John "Sonny" Franzese, was a powerful underboss in the feared Colombo crime family. Following in his father’s footsteps, Michael joined the mob in his early 20s. 💰
He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a caporegime (captain). Franzese was known for his smarts, especially in schemes involving gasoline tax fraud. At his peak, his operation brought in $10 million a week, making him one of the richest mobsters of his time. 💵
In the 1980s, the law finally caught up with Franzese. He was convicted of racketeering and sentenced to 10 years in prison. While serving time, he made a surprising decision to leave the Mafia. He was one of the few who walked away and lived to tell the tale. 👀
Michael’s story took another twist when he became a born-again Christian. He now travels the world, speaking about his past life in crime and the power of redemption. He also wrote several books, including "Blood Covenant", sharing insider details about the Mafia world.
His decision to leave the mob and stay alive is rare—most people who try to leave don’t get a second chance. Now, Franzese dedicates his life to helping others avoid the path he once walked.
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Welcome! For those who don't know me, I'm Michael. I was a former capo for the Colombo crime family back in the 1980s & best known for being one of the top money earners for the mob since Al Capone. Fortunately, I've been able to walk away from that life and reinvent myself (unlike many of my associates during that time). And for the past 25 years, I’ve traveled around the world speaking at corporate leadership events, churches & prison ministries, and to pro sports teams. I’ve also launched multiple successful businesses and have helped close deals that have brought in millions of dollars. On this channel, I share my experience, advice, and point of view on various topics.
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