‘We Grew Up Surrounded By The Mob’: Get The First Look At MTV’s Made In Staten Island
Staten Island is known for being residence to New York’s most notorious mafia families. And right now, an audience of young Staten Islanders -- who grew up around the mob – are “trying to find their own way.”
MTV’s
Made In Staten Island, a coming-of-age series premiering on January 14, will follow eight young boys and ladies as they battle the odds (and each other) to step out from the shadows and change the reputation of the place they call house. These companions will either pick in an educated manner or fall prey to the mistakes of past generations.
And in the opening black-and-white look below (which has the feel of classic mob films à la
The Godfather), the hustlers are facing serious implications and “just getting started.”
“What doesn’t kill you makes you a boss,” Karina, whose grandfather is Salvatore "Sammy The Bull” Gravano (the underboss of the Gambino crime family member, strongly declares.
What else is at stake for the
Made In Staten Island circle? Watch the teaser to find out, and learn more about the cast below. Then reside with MTV News as we approach the premiere on Monday, January 14 at 10/9c.
Karina (@karinaaseabrook) has a mafia bloodline and attitude to match. Luckily, she has the guidance of her grandfather, Salvatore "Sammy The Bull" Gravano.
Paulie (@pauliefusco) is a true hustler routinely striving for the best. His girlfriend Karina has kept him out of the street life.
Kayla (@kayla.Gonzalezz) is the muscle of the crew. She has a reputation for never backing down from a good Staten Island fight.
Dennie (@dennieaugustine) is the “Godmutha” of the circle. She has thick skin and is aware how to use her wit to get out of any situation.
Christian "C.P." (@718cp) is a lover
and a fighter. He has a big heart -- plus swag that makes all of the ladies swoon.
Taylor (@taylorotoolee) is a “guy’s girl” without persistence for attitude or disrespect.
Joe (@joeotoole) is the “charmer of the South Shore” who is constantly tempted by the fast cash from the streets.
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