Naman Shrestha
Max’s ‘Sons of Ecstasy’ is a true crime documentary movie that explores the crimes of Sammy “The Bull” Gravano and his son, Gerard Gravano, in and around the 1990s. The main focus of the documentary is Gerard’s rivalry with Shaun Attwood in connection to the ecstasy drug ring in Arizona’s rave parties. However, it also features an insightful and exclusive interview with Sammy’s daughter and Gerard’s sister — Karen Gravano.
Karen Gravano Was Also Punished For Being Involved in Sammy Gravano’s Drug Business
On May 8, 1972, Karen Gravano was brought into the world by Debra and Sammy “The Bull” Gravano in Brooklyn, New York City. Besides the company of her parents, she also grew up with her sibling, Gerard Gravano. During her late teenage years, Sammy was involved in a mob but later turned into an FBI informant, helping the authorities take down the mob boss, John Gotti. Despite spilling mob secrets, Sammy and his family, including Karen, were arrested on federal and state drug charges in February 2000, as there were recorded conversations in which he talked about the drug profits with his wife and daughter.
While Gerard was sentenced to nine years in prison, Karen Gravano pleaded guilty and received a few years on probation. On top of that, she, along with Sammy, was ordered to pay more than $800,000 as reimbursements for investigative expenses and court costs. The entire drug scandal defined Karen, and she ultimately became infamous.
Karen Gravano is the Owner of a Wellness Spa and a Podcast Host Today
Several years after the scandal, Karen got the opportunity to star in the VH1 reality TV series called ‘Mob Wives,’ which involves various women with ties to organized crimes. As the series showcased her day-to-day life after her father and brother were sent to prison, she became one of the popular stars of ‘Mob Wives.’ In 2013, inspired by her life, she authored a book titled ‘Mob Daughter: The Mafia, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano, and Me.’ In the memoir, she opens up about her relationship with her family, especially her father, Sammy Gravano. The book turned out to be a huge success as it made it to the New York Times Best Seller list.
Besides ‘Sons of Ecstasy,’ Karen also features in ‘Mob Wives 2: The Christening’ and ‘Mob Wives: The Sit Down.’ As per reports, she has also been working on producing a movie based on her family’s story and a scripted TV series about her New York City days. At some point, she also opened up a pizza restaurant called Pizza Nostra in Totowa, New Jersey. Also a licensed aesthetician, she has opened up her own Wellness Spa called Body Depot in Hazlet, New Jersey. It specializes in various services such as Head spa services, non-invasive body sculpting, and Advanced skin care. In addition, Karen also has her own podcast titled ‘The Sitdown Podcast,’ in which she delves deep into his family’s history with the mob and her rivalry with some of her former costars.
Karen Gravano is Leading a Blissful Life Surrounded by Her Loved Ones
Karen Gravano is an independent woman who knows how to have a good time. When she is not showcasing her skills as a Licensed Aesthetician at The Body Depot, the author-entrepreneur enjoys creating fun memories with her family and other loved ones. From partying with her friends to family gatherings, she enjoys it all. The TV personality reunited with Angela Nayfeld in September 2024 and tagged it as a Families of the Mafia reunion. In the same month, she took a trip to Barcelona, Spain, and treated her admirers with pictures and videos from the exotic spots she visited.
Karen is unabashedly herself on social media and is not hesitant to share raw snippets from her personal and professional life, warts and all. In June 2024, she underwent surgery specifically for a neck lift and a firming treatment for the lower part of her face. Not only did Karen proudly share the details of the Plastic Surgeon, but she also documented everything that went down before and after the procedure to keep those interested in the same informed. While she has kept the romantic aspect of her life hidden from the public sphere, it seems safe to assume that Karen is leading life as a single mother and is loving every bit of it. While she dabbles in a lot of stuff professionally, her world solely revolves around her daughter, Karina Seabrook.
Karina is a thriving influencer and Day Trader who was also labeled as one of the “Top 10 impactful and influential trendsetters of 2024” by E! News. At just around 25 years of age, she has managed to build a successful life for herself through hard work and determination. Karen is a proud mother who is the first to share her kid’s achievements with the world. “You are strong, smart & compassionate with the biggest ❤️…Never stop believing in yourself and always follow your dreams!!!! You are not only my daughter but also my best friend, our bond is unbreakable,” she wrote (in part) on her daughter’s 24th birthday, thus showcasing the tight-knit bond they share.
Aside from her daughter, she is also quite close to her cousin, Ramona Rizzo AKA her partner-in-crime, and mother. Karen doesn’t miss a chance to express her gratitude for the unconditional love and support her mother has showered her with all her life. Referring to her own mother as “one of the strongest, most selfless individuals I know” in a post she shared on Mother’s Day 2024, the mother of one wrote, in part, “Thank you for not only raising me but also helping me raise my daughter into the strong women we are today. Everything I am, I owe to you.” She is also a dog mom to an adorable little French Bulldog named King Kash. From what we can tell, Karen Gravano is leading a fulfilled life, one that is packed with heaps of laughter and fun, as well as lots of love.
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