Erik Palladino is an American actor. Erik Palladino best known for his portrayal of Dr. Dave Malucci in the NBC drama series ER. He was also a regular on the critically praised TV series Over There.

Erik Palladino was born and raised in Yonkers, New York, the son of a school teacher and heating contractor from the Bronx. Erik Palladino is a lead singer for the rock band Hearing Red.