notable people

  1. Al Pacino: Al Pacino, born in 1940, is an American actor and filmmaker. He spent part of his childhood in Patterson Houses and is known for his work in films such as “The Godfather,” “Serpico,” and “Scarface.”

  2. Hank Greenberg: Hank Greenberg (1911-1986) was an American professional baseball player. He spent part of his childhood in Patterson Houses and is known for his career as a first baseman with the Detroit Tigers and for his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

  3. Ralph McDaniels: Ralph McDaniels, born in 1965, is an American music video director, radio personality, and television host. He grew up in Patterson Houses and is known for his contributions to the development of hip-hop music and culture.

  4. Richard Carrion: Richard Carrion, born in 1952, is a Puerto Rican businessman and former chairman and CEO of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico. He spent part of his childhood in Patterson Houses and is known for his contributions to the finance industry.