James Gandolfini

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Also Known As:: Tony Soprano
Date of Birth:: September 18, 1961
Height:: 6' 1"
Hometown:: Westwood

Bio:
James Gandolfini (born James Joseph Gandolfini, Jr. on September 18, 1961 and died on June 19, 2013) was an American actor, best known for his role as Tony Soprano in The Sopranos, about a troubled crime boss struggling to balance his family life and career in the Mafia.

James’ first break came in 1992 when he landed a role in a Broadway version of A Streetcar Named Desire. Smaller parts in movies like Crimson Tide and Get Shorty soon followed. But fame came for the actor after 1999, as The Sopranos garnered critical acclaim and became a TV classic.

James won three Emmy awards for his portrayal of Tony Soprano in The Sopranos. Since the show went off the air in 2007, James has largely avoided the spotlight. However, he starred in Welcome To The Rileys with Kristen Stewart in 2010, among other movie roles.

Best Known For:
James Gandolfini is best known for his role as Tony Soprano in HBO’s The Sopranos.

Personal Life:
James is survived by his wife, former model Deborah Lin, who gave birth to the couple’s daughter, Liliana Ruth Gandolfini, on October 10, 2012. The couple married in Hawaii in 2008. The legendary actor also has a teenage son, Michael Gandolfini, from a previous marriage. He was married to Marcy Wudarski, Michael’s mother, from 1999-2002.

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James Gandolfini Appeared in Newly Resurfaced ‘Sopranos’ Video With Edie Falco to Help Recruit Lebron James to Knicks

The promotional video to bring LeBron James to New York in 2010 featured Tony and Carmella Soprano living in the Big Apple after entering the Witness Protection Program.

April 17, 2024

Michael Gandolfini at the 2024 Sopranos 25th anniversary — Marion Curtis/StarPix for Max/Shutterstock

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James Gandolfini’s Son Michael Pays Tribute to ‘The Sopranos’ at 25th Anniversary Celebration

Michael played a younger version of his dad’s character, Tony, in the ‘Sopranos’ prequel, ‘The Many Saints of Newark.’

January 11, 2024

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Michael Gandolfini: 5 Things To Know About Actor Playing Tony In ‘Sopranos’ Prequel Movie

‘The Many Saints of Newark’ landed the perfect actor to play young Tony Sopranos: Michael Gandolfini, the son of the late James Gandolfini. Here’s what you need to know.

September 23, 2021

Aida Turturro James Gandolfini Death

Aida Turturro: James Gandolfini Had A ‘Huge, Incredible Soul’

Hollywood is still reeling from the sad and sudden death of James Gandolfini. Aida Turturro, who acted alongside James on ‘The Sopranos’, spoke exclusively to HollywoodLife.com about James’ life, his passing and how the rest of the cast is holding up.
Aida Turturro, who played Tony Soprano’s (James Gandolfini) sister Janice on The Sopranos, had a lot to say about her fellow co-star and great friend, following his tragic passing! At Super Saturday 16, which benefits the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund in Water Mill, NY, on July 27, she told us about how the rest of the cast is holding up and how she’s keeping herself busy!

July 30, 2013

James Gandolfini Funeral

James Gandolfini’s Son Michael, 13, Shows His Grief At Funeral

James Gandolfini’s funeral took place in NYC on June 27, where his 13-year-old son, Michael, was seen grabbing onto his father’s coffin as the service ended. So sad.
James Gandolfini’s sudden death on June 19 devastated many, but none more so than his grieving family, including James’ 13-year-old son, Michael. A funeral service for the actor was held at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in Manhattan’s Upper West Side June 27.

June 28, 2013

James Gandolfini Health Issues

James Gandolfini: His Secret Heart Troubles Before Death Revealed

So sad. A friend of James’ tells HollywoodLife.com that the actor had heart troubles before his death and chose not to seek help. Could he have done something to prolong his life?
James Gandolfini suddenly and tragically passed away after suffering a heart attack on June 19. The 51-year-old actor’s death has shocked and blindsided the entertainment world, but a friend close to James tells HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY that he had a history of heart problems.

June 21, 2013

Sopranos Cast Reacts

‘Sopranos’ Cast Grieves Over James Gandolfini’s Shocking Death

Following James’ sad death from an alleged heart attack, his cast mates from the famous show ‘The Sopranos’ have spoken out and called the news ‘devastating,’ while NJ governor Chris Christie has called him a local ‘treasure.’
James Gandolfini, star of the hit television series The Sopranos, died on June 19 from a reported heart attack and his former cast mates are devastated. His cast mate David Proval said that it is like “losing a family member,” while Lorraine Bracco is “utterly heartbroken.”

June 20, 2013

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