The book was a bestseller, and the film adaptation, starring Johnny Depp, was released the same year. Pistone has since become a motivational speaker and has written several other books on his experiences.
In 1981, Pistone’s cover was nearly blown when his FBI handler, Donald Pino, was transferred, and his new handler, Marty Pino, was not aware of the operation. This led to a series of tense events, including a warning from Napolitano that Pistone’s life was in danger. Donnie Brasco
After his undercover operation, Pistone and his family entered witness protection, and he assumed a new identity. He wrote his memoir, “Donnie Brasco: My Undercover Life in the Mafia,” which was published in 1997. The book was a bestseller, and the film