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American police officer (1933–2011)

For the American jazz guitarist, see Frank Potenza (guitarist).

Francis Potenza (November 11, 1933 – August 23, 2011) was an American police officer for the New York City Police Department and security guard.

He later became a television actor for the late-night showJimmy Kimmel Live!. He appeared as Jimmy Kimmel's "Uncle Frank" on the ABC show as a regular from 2003 until his death in 2011.^[1][2][3]

Early life and career

Francis Potenza was born in Brooklyn, New York City, in 1933.^[3] He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.^[1] Potenza joined the New York Police Department (NYPD) following the war, serving as a beat cop in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, in the 62nd Precinct for 20 years.^[1][2][4] He reportedly made just six arrests during his two decades in the NYPD, believing that a lecture by the police delivered more benefits