Sonny Averona Jr.
Biography
Sonny Averona Jr. (real name Michael Averona) is a performer and author dedicated to preserving the legacy of his father, the late South Philly singer Sonny Averona Sr. He co-authored the book 'Sonny, a South Philly Story'. Averona is known for his role as "Sonny" in Straight Edge 2026.
Known For & Full Filmography2 Titles
Movie - 2026, 2h 15m • as Sonny
Desperate to escape his dead-end life, Matt (Chris Lovejoy) recruits his derelict friends to rob the neighborhood mob's card game. With his crew's reputation on the line, Denicio (Joe Graziano) is tasked with hunting down the trio and finding the money. Matt is forced to choose between his past or a life with the woman he loves.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
A feature documentary celebrating the rise of a humble but driven boxing perfectionist who triumphantly emerged from Muhammad Ali's long shadow to become the Heavyweight Champion of the World and redefined greatness in his own image.