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Former president of the New York Hell’s Angels, Chuck Zito, exemplified a hybrid of reality and acting through his role in Oz, where he was known for portraying Chucky Pampalone. With a past that reads like a criminal dossier, Zito's path to Hollywood was unconventional; he gained notoriety as a bodyguard for celebrities before landing his role, showcasing the tension that comes with living a life at the intersection of crime and performance. Zito’s real-life encounters, such as knocking out action star Jean-Claude Van Damme with a single punch, only added to his legend both on and off stage.