The Untold Story of a Jersey Legend: A Rare Look at Paulie ‘Walnuts’ Gualtieri in 1978

could change instantly.

A comment he interpreted as disrespect could provoke anger. A friendly exchange could become threatening if Paulie believed someone was mocking his status or ignoring his authority.

This ability to shift from lighthearted banter to extreme aggression made him difficult to predict.

People around him learned to laugh at the correct continue reading …