**Michael Lesch** is an American actor primarily known for his film career. His most iconic role was that of young Sonny Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece *The Godfather Part II* (1974). In this performance, Lesch portrayed the child version of one of the saga's most iconic characters, offering glimpses of the temperament and determination that would define the adult character.

Although his filmography was not extensive, this single performance secured his place in film history. His typical roles, though few, often focused on young characters with nuances of complexity or a strong personality, but *The Godfather Part II* undoubtedly remains his milestone.