Originally Posted by Mafia101

Carlo Gambino didn't choose anyone. Paul Castellano was elected by the Family to become boss.


I may be wrong but my understanding is that Paul Castellano was designated as the Boss and no vote took place. Carlo Gambino let it be known that he wanted Big Paul to succeed him and the Family went along with it when he died.

I have never read anything about a vote to elect Big Paul.

Last edited by Malavita; 03/29/24 04:14 PM.