‘The Sopranos’: Photos Of James Gandolfini & More On The 15th Anniversary Of The Finale

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‘The Sopranos’: Photos

‘The Sopranos’: Photos — Bada bing! ‘The Sopranos’ was truly groundbreaking when it debuted in 1999 and the HBO show left fans riveted until the much-talked-about finale in 2007. The show followed the life of New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano, as he deals with personal and professional issues in his home and business life that affect his mental state, leading him to seek professional psychiatric counseling. It was a critical hit over its 6 seasons, earning 21 Emmys and multiple Golden Globes. ‘The Sopranos’ also lead to the prequel film ‘The Many Saints Of Newark’.

Here, (from left to right) Michael Imperioli, James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, and Steve Van Zandt appear in a promo photo for the series. They were quite the lively crew of gangsters, with low moral standards to boots.

Want to see more photos from ‘The Sopranos’? Look no further than our gallery here!

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James Gandolfini As Tony Soprano

James Gandolfini As Tony Soprano — James Gandolfini was amazing as Tony Soprano. His anti-hero character set the tone for a generation of gritty, prestige TV.

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James Gandolfini & Steve Buscemi

James Gandolfini & Steve Buscemi — James Gandolfini and Steve Buscemi in a scene from ‘The Sopranos’. The show featured many talented actors.

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Michael Imperioli & Joe Pantoliano

Michael Imperioli & Joe Pantoliano — Michael Imperioli and Joe Pantoliano talk about business over coffee. Micahel played Christopher Moltisanti, Tony’s nephew. Joe was mobster Ralph Cifaretto, who joined the series in season 3.

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The Soprano Family

The Soprano Family — Family dinner. Robert Iler, James Gandolfini and Edie Falco (from left to right) toast at a family dinner. Robert was son AJ and Edie played wife Carmela Soprano.

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Meadow’s Graduation

Meadow’s Graduation — The Sopranos would be nothing without their outspoken daughter Meadow. She’s graduates high school in season 2 and goes on to college at Columbia in NYC.

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Tony Gambles

Tony Gambles — Hey big spender! Steve Van Zandt, James Gandolfini, and Michael Imperioli (right to left) try and hit it big on the craps tables.

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Tony & His Sister Argue

Tony & His Sister Argue — Sibling rivalry. Tony argues with his sister Janice, played by Aida Turturro. They had a prickly dynamic.

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Tony Hugs His Daughter

Tony Hugs His Daughter — Daddy’s girl! James Gandolfini gives on-screen daughter Jamie Lynn Sigler a hug and a kiss. No matter their arguments, she stayed loyal to her family.

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Uncle June & Janice

Uncle June & Janice — Dominic Chianese, seen with Aida Turturro, played Corrado John ‘Junior’ Soprano Jr. He is the boss of the DiMeo family in name only, with Tony running most of the day-to-day operations.

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Tony & Furio

Tony & Furio — Tony gets taken around on a golf cart with his assistant Furio, played by Federico Castelluccio. Though he was dedicated to the boss, his time with the Soprano family is cut short.

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Bobby Baccalieri Helps Uncle June

Bobby Baccalieri Helps Uncle June — Bobby Baccalieri, played by Steven Schirripa, gives Dominic Chianese’s Uncle June a hand. He helped the aging mobster in his later years.

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A Mob Funeral

A Mob Funeral — RIP. From left to right, Robert Iler, Tom Aldredge, James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Suzanne Shepard and Marie Donato appear in a funeral scene.

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Christopher & Paulie

Christopher & Paulie — Michael Imperioli talks to Tony Sirico in a scene. Michael’s character Christopher was often in trouble with drugs or hair-brained schemes. Tony played Peter Paul ‘Paulie Walnuts’ Gualtieri, one of Tony Soprano’s right-hand men. He’s dedicated, but a bit paranoid.

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Ralphie & Tony

Ralphie & Tony — Off the races. Joe Pantoliano and James Gandolfini’s characters stop by the stables to visit their racehorse Pie-O-My.

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A Happy Soprano Family

A Happy Soprano Family — Picture perfect family. Jamie Lynn Sigler, James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, and Robert Iler are seen at the start of the series.

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The Sopranos Enjoy Christmas

The Sopranos Enjoy Christmas — Happy holidays! The Sopranos are seen in a Christmas episode.

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Tony & The Gang

Tony & The Gang — Boys will be boys! Michael Imperioli, James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, and Steve Van Zandt, who plays stubborn mobster Silvio Dante, all hang out at their go-to lunch spot Satriale’s Pork Shop.

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