- 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.”