Fans of Steve Buscemi are reminiscing about the past after a throwback photo surfaced on the Instagram account Long Island Connection. The snapshot revealed a teenage version of the Boardwalk Empire star, showcasing a striking transformation over the years. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Buscemi was featured in a set of vintage celebrity school photos alongside Ralph Macchio, Rodney Dangerfield, and Moira Kelly. The black and white yearbook picture from 1975 captured Buscemi at around 18 years old, exhibiting a mix of familiar features like his eyes and smile while highlighting changes such as his long, dark hair and youthful complexion. The post credited Valley Stream Central as the source of the photo, where Buscemi attended high school. Beyond his acting career, Buscemi’s ties to New York include serving as a firefighter from 1980 to 1984, with a notable return to the firehouse post-9/11 to aid in the search for survivors at the World Trade Center site. The Instagram account expressed admiration for Buscemi’s dedication, emphasizing their continued support for the multi-talented actor.
