Frank Costello The Prime Minister of the Underworld

Frank Costello, also known as "The Prime Minister of the Underworld," was a powerful American mobster and crime boss who rose to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s. He was a key figure in the Luciano crime family, one of the most influential and powerful organized crime groups in New York City. Costello's criminal empire included illegal gambling, extortion, and labor racketeering. He was known for his intelligence, charm, and ability to avoid legal trouble, which made him one of the most powerful and feared crime bosses of his time. Costello was also involved in various political and business ventures and had connections with various politicians and high-profile individuals. He retired from active mob leadership in the early 1950s.