• Full Name: James Joseph Gandolfini Jr.
  • Born on September 18, 1961, in Westwood, New Jersey, USA.
  • Grew up in a working-class Italian-American family.
  • Graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in Communications.
  • Began his acting career in the theater and made his Broadway debut in “A Streetcar Named Desire.”
  • Gained worldwide fame for his iconic role as Tony Soprano in the TV series “The Sopranos” (1999-2007).
  • Known for his complex portrayal of a mob boss dealing with personal and professional challenges.
  • Won multiple Emmy Awards for his role in “The Sopranos.”
  • Acted in various films, including “The Mexican,” “In the Loop,” and “Zero Dark Thirty.”
  • Known for his versatility as an actor, with a wide range of roles in both film and television.
  • Actively involved in charity work and supported various causes, including veterans’ organizations.
  • Married and had a son with his first wife, Marcy Wudarski, and a daughter with his second wife, Deborah Lin.
  • Tragically passed away on June 19, 2013, in Rome, Italy, due to a heart attack at the age of 51.
  • Remembered as one of the greatest actors of his generation, especially for his role in “The Sopranos.”