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While it’s debatable whether or not Tony Soprano died in the last episode of The Sopranos, it looks like the inspiration for the show – New Jersey mob boss John M. Riggi – has been confirmed dead at the age of 90. Riggi, who reportedly was the inspiration for Tony Soprano, died on Monday at his home in Edison. Read More »
Today marks two years since the world lost James Gandolfini. The actor, who gained an incredible amount of fame and notoriety playing Tony Soprano on HBO's The Sopranos, passed away back in 2013 at the age of 51 during a vacation in Rome, leaving us all feeling an incredible loss. And while Tony Soprano would go on to be his most famous role, the truth is that Gandolfini carried the weight in many of the films he appeared in. With that in mind, let's take a look at the top five roles Gandolfini held outside of The Sopranos. Read More »
When the VOD and theater release of Human Centipede 3 was announced critics were surprised by the film's lead. They wondered how a pro such as Eric Roberts, a onetime Oscar nominee, could star in such a film. While the Roberts casting was surprising, there would have been an even bigger buzz regarding the movie were James Gandolfini still around. Apparently Human Centipede's movie runners were looking to bring Gandolfini into the project as its star. Read More »
It's perhaps the most talked about ending to a television series ... ever. Back in 2007, HBO's The Sopranos aired its final episode and left many wondering one thing for so long: "What the hell!?" For years, whether you loved or hated the ending, people have been clamoring for an explanation from the show's creator David Chase. And now, they've got it. The writer-director recently spoke with DGA Quarterly, which is the Director's Guild magazine, and he happily (maybe?) analyzed the famed James Gandolfini ending ... which may or may not have been a death scene. Read More »
Last night’s induction ceremony from Asbury Park’s Convention Hall was a star-studded event. From The Sopranos stars Vincent Pastore, Tony Sirico, Vincent Curatola and Aida Turturro to NBC Nightly News host Brian Williams – and his surprise presenter Bruce Springsteen (!!!!) – Thursday night’s even proved one thing… Jersey Pride runs strong throughout its resident’s veins! And while the night was surely one of celebration, it was also one of remembrance, specifically to former Tony Soprano, James Gandolfini, who was also inducted alongside Williams and nine other well-deserved inductees. Read More »
The streets of New Jersey’s Asbury Park will be filled with Sopranos fans this coming Thursday (Nov. 13) evening as the NJ Hall of Fame gears up to inducted the recently passed away James Gandolfini into its honorary club. Included in this mini reunion of sorts will be creator David Chase and a handful of other familiar faces from the HBO series. Read More »
Heartthrob English actor Tom Hardy said in an interview to USA Today that he no longer would sign on to do a romantic comedy. Find out why here. Read More »
Late actor James Gandolfini, best known for his role as Tony Soprano in the HBO series, The Sopranos filmed his last movie The Drop before his death in June 2013. The actor's son, Michael Gandolfini walked the red carpet for his father this weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival. Read More »
The late actor James Gandolfini spoke in a promotional video for Ben Foss' book, The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child's Confidence and Love of Learning. Read More »
Actor James Gandolfini passed away this past summer, and his colleagues have come together to share their memories of him with the world. This Sunday, December 22nd, HBO will run "James Gandolfini: Tribute to a Friend." The below promo features actors such as fellow co-stars Edie Falco, Tony Sirico and Diane Lane. Read More »
James Gandolfini's impact wasn't limited to film and television. Musician Bruce Springsteen paid tribute to the late television star at his show in Coventry, England Thursday night. Read More »
