I mean Carlo Gambino was born into mafia royalty so to speak. Likely had a lot of relatives on both sides supporting his moves to become boss. Joe Bonanno same thing.

Sarfo Jr made a lot of dough with the Lukes, no sure how much of a powerhouse he was though. Still stuck to the code.

Allie Boy Persico.

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