The late James Gandolfini was honored this weekend in his hometown of Park Ridge, N.J. Friends, family members and even a few costars traveled to the small town where the Sopranos star spent much of his childhood growing up. Sopranos director Timothy Van Patten and cast members Steve Schirripa, Vincent Curatola, Tony Sirico, Dominic Chianese, Vincent Pastore and John Ventimiglia were all on hand as a stretch of Park Avenue was renamed James Gandolfini Way. Gandolfini's wife, Deborah Lin, son Michael, daughter Liliana and sister Leta also paid tribute to their beloved family member. According to NorthJersey.com, several speakers noted the actor's generosity with...
- 12/3/2013
- E! Online
He passed away suddenly in Rome, Italy last month, and James Gandolfini made arrangements to leave his fortune to his family prior to his death.
According to a report, the “Sopranos” star was worth $70 million, and he divided up the loot among his son Michael, daughter Liliana, and wife Deborah Lin.
Michael will receive his share of the wealth (said to be the largest portion) in eight years when he turns 21. He’ll also own a Greenwich Villiage condo that Gandolfini left to him.
As for James’ properties, Michael and Liliana will split them when she turns 25. Gandolfini wrote a document in December, stating, "It is my hope and desire that they will continue to own said property and keep it in our family for as long as possible.”...
According to a report, the “Sopranos” star was worth $70 million, and he divided up the loot among his son Michael, daughter Liliana, and wife Deborah Lin.
Michael will receive his share of the wealth (said to be the largest portion) in eight years when he turns 21. He’ll also own a Greenwich Villiage condo that Gandolfini left to him.
As for James’ properties, Michael and Liliana will split them when she turns 25. Gandolfini wrote a document in December, stating, "It is my hope and desire that they will continue to own said property and keep it in our family for as long as possible.”...
- 7/3/2013
- GossipCenter
James Gandolfini's will leaves millions of dollars to his family and friends, according to a copy of it published by The New York Post. Gandolfini's wife, Deborah Lin, son Michael, 13, daughter Liliana Ruth, 8 months, and his two sisters will receive the bulk of the estimated $70 million dollar estate, according to the newspaper, which said the will was filed in Manhattan Surrogate's Court on Tuesday. The former "Sopranos" star's personal secretary and assistant was also included in the document. Paulette Flynn Bourne, a.k.a. Trixie Flynn, received $200,000. Gandolfini also gave...
- 7/3/2013
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
The will of late actor James Gandolfini was filed in Manhattan Surrogate's Court Tuesday (July 2) and the New York Post has obtained a copy.
In the document, the "Sopranos" star leaves the bulk of his $70 million estate to his son, Michael, 13, from his first marriage to Marcy Wudarski. Michael is pictured, left, with his father and second wife, Deborah Lin, in 2011.
The remainder of the estate is to be split between daughter Liliana Ruth, eight months, from his second marriage, and his wife Deborah and two sisters, Johanna and Leta.
The money for the children is placed into trusts, of course, with Michael also getting right of first refusal on buying his dad's Greenwich Street condo in the West Village. The two children will also split their father's estate in Italy. He asks that they keep that property in the family for as long as possible.
There are also smaller gifts (and by smaller,...
In the document, the "Sopranos" star leaves the bulk of his $70 million estate to his son, Michael, 13, from his first marriage to Marcy Wudarski. Michael is pictured, left, with his father and second wife, Deborah Lin, in 2011.
The remainder of the estate is to be split between daughter Liliana Ruth, eight months, from his second marriage, and his wife Deborah and two sisters, Johanna and Leta.
The money for the children is placed into trusts, of course, with Michael also getting right of first refusal on buying his dad's Greenwich Street condo in the West Village. The two children will also split their father's estate in Italy. He asks that they keep that property in the family for as long as possible.
There are also smaller gifts (and by smaller,...
- 7/3/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
The majority of James Gandolfini's estate -- estimated to be worth $70 million -- is going to family including his 13-year-old son, Michael, and infant daughter, Liliana, The Associated Press reports. A will for the Sopranos star, who died June 19 of a heart attack at age 51, shows that Michael will get access to a trust fund when he turns 21; he will share his father's property in Italy with his half-sister, who was born last October to the actor and second wife Deborah Lin, when she turns 25. "It is my hope and desire that they will continue to own
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- 7/3/2013
- by Erin Carlson
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
New York, July 3(Ani): James Gandolfini's ex-fiance Lora Somoza has rubbished reports that the late 'Sopranos' star wanted to leave his wife, Deborah Lin, for her.
The 44-year-old sex therapist told Inside Edition that she spoke with the married actor on the phone two weeks before he died of a heart attack, the New York Post reported.
She explained that both of them were nothing more than good friends and denied the recent reports that said that Gandolfini was still in love with her and begged for reconciliation.
Somoza said in an emotional interview that she congratulated him on his new baby girl and he sounded.
The 44-year-old sex therapist told Inside Edition that she spoke with the married actor on the phone two weeks before he died of a heart attack, the New York Post reported.
She explained that both of them were nothing more than good friends and denied the recent reports that said that Gandolfini was still in love with her and begged for reconciliation.
Somoza said in an emotional interview that she congratulated him on his new baby girl and he sounded.
- 7/3/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
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.
James Gandolfini Funeral: Son Touches Coffin & Breaks Down In Tears — So Sad
Hundreds gathered at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to celebrate James’ life.
During a heartbreaking moment, James’ 13-year-old son, Michael, is seen walking behind and touching the actor’s coffin, following the emotional service.
James’ Wife Deborah Lin Thanks Him For The Memories In Touching Eulogy
Inside, James’ wife Deborah Lin was the first family member to speak at the service,...
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.
James Gandolfini Funeral: Son Touches Coffin & Breaks Down In Tears — So Sad
Hundreds gathered at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to celebrate James’ life.
During a heartbreaking moment, James’ 13-year-old son, Michael, is seen walking behind and touching the actor’s coffin, following the emotional service.
James’ Wife Deborah Lin Thanks Him For The Memories In Touching Eulogy
Inside, James’ wife Deborah Lin was the first family member to speak at the service,...
- 6/28/2013
- by Hollywood Life Staff
- HollywoodLife
They came in suits and shorts, heels and flip-flops, somber dresses, casual T-shirts — and at least one black tank top embellished with a message hand-written in alternating red, white, and green paint: “Riposa in Pace, Capo.”
“I have to show my respect,” the tank top’s designer — Assunta, a silver-haired woman from Yonkers — said, gesturing to her handiwork. “You can read it, if you like: ‘Rest in peace, Boss.’ That’s what he is. He was the boss.”
Assunta had gathered with what seemed like all of New York City’s Italian-American community — not to mention Mario Batali, Alec Baldwin,...
“I have to show my respect,” the tank top’s designer — Assunta, a silver-haired woman from Yonkers — said, gesturing to her handiwork. “You can read it, if you like: ‘Rest in peace, Boss.’ That’s what he is. He was the boss.”
Assunta had gathered with what seemed like all of New York City’s Italian-American community — not to mention Mario Batali, Alec Baldwin,...
- 6/27/2013
- by Hillary Busis
- EW - Inside TV
Sopranos creator David Chase among four speakers at funeral in Manhattan for Gandolfini, who died in Rome last week aged 51
Fellow actors mourned James Gandolfini as a great craftsman and a warm and generous man at a his funeral on Thursday, a week after the 51-year-old star of the Sopranos died of a heart attack in Rome.
The creator of the HBO show, David Chase, and the actor's wife Deborah Lin Gandolfini were among four speakers at a packed ceremony for the actor whose performance as a cigar-chomping New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano made him a household name.
Most of the cast of The Sopranos, including Edie Falco, who played Tony Soprano's wife, and Michael Imperioli, who played his nephew Christopher Moltisanti, attended the 90-minute ceremony at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in upper Manhattan.
"It was heaven on earth. You could feel James's presence," actor George Loros,...
Fellow actors mourned James Gandolfini as a great craftsman and a warm and generous man at a his funeral on Thursday, a week after the 51-year-old star of the Sopranos died of a heart attack in Rome.
The creator of the HBO show, David Chase, and the actor's wife Deborah Lin Gandolfini were among four speakers at a packed ceremony for the actor whose performance as a cigar-chomping New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano made him a household name.
Most of the cast of The Sopranos, including Edie Falco, who played Tony Soprano's wife, and Michael Imperioli, who played his nephew Christopher Moltisanti, attended the 90-minute ceremony at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in upper Manhattan.
"It was heaven on earth. You could feel James's presence," actor George Loros,...
- 6/27/2013
- The Guardian - Film News
Earlier this morning, friends, family, and hundreds of fans gathered to pay their respects to James Gandolfini at Manhattan’s Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. Four mourners — Gandolfini’s wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini; his assistant, Thomas Richardson; his acting coach, Susan Aston; and his old boss, Sopranos creator David Chase — delivered eulogies at the service.
A transcript of Chase’s speech, which he structured as a letter to his late friend, is reprinted below.
Dear Jim,
Your family asked me to speak at this service. I am so honored and touched. I’m also really scared, and I say that because you,...
A transcript of Chase’s speech, which he structured as a letter to his late friend, is reprinted below.
Dear Jim,
Your family asked me to speak at this service. I am so honored and touched. I’m also really scared, and I say that because you,...
- 6/27/2013
- by Hillary Busis
- EW - Inside TV
Some 2,000 people, including many of his "Sopranos" co-stars and hundreds of fans, paid tribute to James Gandolfini at his funeral in New York City Thursday (June 27).
Gandolfini, who died last week at the age of 51 while on a trip to Rome with his son, was eulogized by his wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, family friends and "Sopranos" creator David Chase. Chase read a letter to Gandolfini, saying he first attempted to write a traditional eulogy "came out like bad TV."
Chase praised Gandolfini for never losing sight of "the little boy" inside him. "That's why I think you were such a great actor, because of that boy inside," Chase said, according to the New York Daily News. "I think your talent is that you can take the immensity of humankind and the universe and shine it right back at us."
Lin, who has an 8-month-old daughter with Gandolfini, remembered him as "an honest,...
Gandolfini, who died last week at the age of 51 while on a trip to Rome with his son, was eulogized by his wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, family friends and "Sopranos" creator David Chase. Chase read a letter to Gandolfini, saying he first attempted to write a traditional eulogy "came out like bad TV."
Chase praised Gandolfini for never losing sight of "the little boy" inside him. "That's why I think you were such a great actor, because of that boy inside," Chase said, according to the New York Daily News. "I think your talent is that you can take the immensity of humankind and the universe and shine it right back at us."
Lin, who has an 8-month-old daughter with Gandolfini, remembered him as "an honest,...
- 6/27/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
It's never easy to say goodbye, but on Thursday, June 27, Sopranos creator David Chase pushed through and delivered a moving eulogy for his star and close friend James Gandolfini during a celeb-studded ceremony at New York's Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. Chase, who was one of four speakers at the funeral (Gandolfini's widow, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, and two other family friends also spoke), delivered his speech in the form of a letter to the late actor, addressing him as "Jimmy" and recalling many [...]...
- 6/27/2013
- Us Weekly
Thousands of family members, friends, co-stars, and fans flocked to James Gandolfini's funeral Thursday, June 27, to remember the 51-year-old actor who had a "huge heart and spirit."
The ceremony, held at New York City's Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, featured tributes from "The Sopranos" creator David Chase and Gandolfini's widow, Deborah Lin. Famous faces in attendance included Edie Falco, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Steve Buscemi, Alec Baldwin, Julianna Margulies, NBC News anchor Brian Williams, and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.
"My husband was an honest, kind, and loving man," said Lin. "He cared more about others than himself. He took the time to ask others in the course of the day how they were doing."
Thomas Richardson, Gandolfini's former assistant, said that care for others stretched to helping victims of Hurricane Sandy along the Jersey Shore, as well aiding disabled veterans through his longtime involvement with the Wounded Warriors Project.
The ceremony, held at New York City's Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, featured tributes from "The Sopranos" creator David Chase and Gandolfini's widow, Deborah Lin. Famous faces in attendance included Edie Falco, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Steve Buscemi, Alec Baldwin, Julianna Margulies, NBC News anchor Brian Williams, and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.
"My husband was an honest, kind, and loving man," said Lin. "He cared more about others than himself. He took the time to ask others in the course of the day how they were doing."
Thomas Richardson, Gandolfini's former assistant, said that care for others stretched to helping victims of Hurricane Sandy along the Jersey Shore, as well aiding disabled veterans through his longtime involvement with the Wounded Warriors Project.
- 6/27/2013
- by Katie Roberts
- Moviefone
James Gandolfini has been laid to rest. On Thursday, the late actor's family, friends and costars attended his funeral at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in New York City. The ceremony was led by Rev. Dr. James A. Kowalsku.Gandolfini's wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, family friends Thomas Richardson and Susan Aston, and "The Sopranos" executive producer David Chase, shared their remembrances during the service, according to an HBO spokesman.James' "Sopranos" costars Eddie Falco, Jamie-Lynn Siger, Steve Schirripa, Lorraine Bracco, Michael Imperioli, Aida Turturro, Jerry Adler and Vincent Curatola were also spotted, and each paid respect to the actor. Other stars who attended the funeral included Alec Baldwin and his wife, Hilaria and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Last Wednesday, the 51-year-old died of a heart attack while on a trip to Rome -- James' wife, 9-month-old daughter Lily, and 13-year-old son Michael were also vacationing with Gandolfini at the time.
- 6/27/2013
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
The funeral for James Gandolfini was held in New York Thursday morning, and as expected, thousands of family members, friends and fans gathered to pay respect to the late "Sopranos" actor. Gandolfini died while vacationing in Italy with his 14-year-old son on Wednesday, June 19. He was 51.
Actors and key figures from Gandolfini's memorable career were photographed arriving at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, one of the biggest churches in Manhattan. Among them were New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas. "Sopranos" cast members in attendance included Jamie Lynn Sigler, Michael Imperioli and Steve Buscemi, who played Tony Soprano's cousin and also directed four episodes of the hit HBO series.
Widow Deborah Lin Gandolfini and "Sopranos" creator David Chase were scheduled to deliver remembrances during the ceremony.
Actors and key figures from Gandolfini's memorable career were photographed arriving at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, one of the biggest churches in Manhattan. Among them were New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas. "Sopranos" cast members in attendance included Jamie Lynn Sigler, Michael Imperioli and Steve Buscemi, who played Tony Soprano's cousin and also directed four episodes of the hit HBO series.
Widow Deborah Lin Gandolfini and "Sopranos" creator David Chase were scheduled to deliver remembrances during the ceremony.
- 6/27/2013
- by Youyoung Lee
- Huffington Post
New York – More than 1,500 mourners - friends, family and members of the public - packed the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in Morningside Heights on Thursday morning to say a final farewell to James Gandolfini. The 51-year-old actor's sudden death on June 19 shocked family and friends, leaving his wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, widowed and his children -- Michael, 13, and nine-month-old daughter, Liliana -- without a father. Photos: James Gandolfini's Funeral Gandolfini's widow, dressed in a black sleeveless dress, gazed out at the packed congregation that included a slew of actors (Alec Baldwin, Steve
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- 6/27/2013
- by Marisa Guthrie
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A funeral service for legendary actor James Gandolfini took place in NYC on June 27. ‘Sopranos’ stars like Edie Falco, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, and Lorraine Bracco flooded the church to pay their respects to their co-star. Read for more details.
The news of James Gandolfini’s sudden death shocked family, friends, and fans to their core on June 19. 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 where friends, fans and co-stars — including James’ TV wife, Edie Falco – gathered to say goodbye to the actor.
Funeral Service For ‘Sopranos’ Star
The actor, best known for playing mob king Tony Soprano on The Sopranos from 1999 to 2007, died of a heart attack June 19 while vacationing with his son in Italy. The actor was only 51.
Hundreds gathered at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to celebrate James’ life.
The news of James Gandolfini’s sudden death shocked family, friends, and fans to their core on June 19. 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 where friends, fans and co-stars — including James’ TV wife, Edie Falco – gathered to say goodbye to the actor.
Funeral Service For ‘Sopranos’ Star
The actor, best known for playing mob king Tony Soprano on The Sopranos from 1999 to 2007, died of a heart attack June 19 while vacationing with his son in Italy. The actor was only 51.
Hundreds gathered at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to celebrate James’ life.
- 6/27/2013
- by Avery Thompson
- HollywoodLife
Friends and family are saying their final goodbyes to James Gandolfini. During the late actor's Thursday morning funeral service at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine on Manhattan's Upper West Side, the triple-Emmy winner was remembered by his wife Deborah Lin Gandolfini, family friends Thomas Richardson and Susan Aston and David Chase, the creator and executive producer of the television show that made Gandolfini a household name, The Sopranos. Also in attendance were Gandolfini's Sopranos costars Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli, Lorraine Bracco, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Steve Schirripa, Tony Sirico, Vincent Pastore, Aida Turturro, Dominic Chianese, Joe Pantoliano, Julianna Margulies and Steve Buscemi,...
- 6/27/2013
- PEOPLE.com
New York — Mourners gathered Thursday for the funeral of James Gandolfini and the creator of "The Sopranos" is due to memorialize the actor at the ceremony.
David Chase is one of four people scheduled to offer remembrances during the ceremony at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. The others are his widow, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, and two family friends.
The 51-year-old actor best known for his role as mob boss Tony Soprano in the HBO series died of a heart attack last week while vacationing with his son in Italy.
Invited guests began gathering early for the 10 a.m. funeral. Dick Cavett chatted with actor Steve Buscemi near the front of the church. Aida Turturro, who played Gandolfini's sister in "The Sopranos," was one of the first from that show's large cast to arrive.
Some 1,500 seats had been set up. The public was to be allowed in after the invited guests.
David Chase is one of four people scheduled to offer remembrances during the ceremony at the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. The others are his widow, Deborah Lin Gandolfini, and two family friends.
The 51-year-old actor best known for his role as mob boss Tony Soprano in the HBO series died of a heart attack last week while vacationing with his son in Italy.
Invited guests began gathering early for the 10 a.m. funeral. Dick Cavett chatted with actor Steve Buscemi near the front of the church. Aida Turturro, who played Gandolfini's sister in "The Sopranos," was one of the first from that show's large cast to arrive.
Some 1,500 seats had been set up. The public was to be allowed in after the invited guests.
- 6/27/2013
- by AP
- Huffington Post
A private wake was held for late actor James Gandolfini Wednesday evening at the Robert Spearing Funeral Home in Park Ridge, N.J., the NY Daily News reported. Gandolfini’s widow, Deborah Lin, and their 9-month-old daughter, Liliana, were among those in attendance. The Daily News spoke to a relative of Gandolfini’s, Bob Price, at the wake,...Read more»...
- 6/27/2013
- by Andy Scott
- Celebuzz.com
James Gandolfini was laid to rest at Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in New York City on Thursday, June 27. The Zero Dark Thirty actor's funeral began at 10 a.m. Est and was led by the Very Rev. Dr. James A. Kowalski. According to a spokesman for HBO, remembrances were provided by the late star's wife, Deborah Lin Gandolfini; family friends Thomas Richardson and Susan Aston; and The Sopranos' creator and executive producer, David Chase. Music ranged from traditional hymns to contemporary selections, the spokesman adds. [...]...
- 6/27/2013
- Us Weekly
Emotions ran high Wednesday night at a New Jersey funeral home for a by-invitation-only private wake for James Gandolfini, who died last week. The actor's widow, Deborah Lin, and their 8-month-old daughter, Liliana, were among the first mourners to arrive, having flown in from California, reports New York's Daily News. "It's a nightmare for the whole family. It's a horrible, horrible thing, everybody is just devastated,” Bob Price, whose wife is a cousin of the late star, told the newspaper. "This man was everybody's hero. It's just the worst thing that could have happened." • James Gandolfini Dies at Age 51Friends...
- 6/27/2013
- by Stephen M. Silverman
- PEOPLE.com
James Gandolfini's loved ones are saying goodbye. Ahead of the late Sopranos star's Thursday June 27 funeral service in NYC, his widow and infant baby daughter were joined by other family members and close friends for an invitation-only wake at Robert Spearing Funeral Home in Park Ridge, N.J. on Wednesday, the New York Daily News reports. The beloved Emmy-winning actor's wife, Deborah Lin, was spotted with daughter Liliana, 9 months, entering the facility, with workers transporting huge floral bouquets into the space. Mourners paid their respects between [...]...
- 6/27/2013
- Us Weekly
Demi Lovato's biological father sadly passes away; Prince William serves as an usher at a friend's wedding; James Gandolfini's widow, Deborah Lin, steps out to shop, looking somber: See Us Weekly's top 5 stories from the weekend of June 22 in the roundup! 1. Demi Lovato's Dad Dies: Singer's Biological Father Has Passed Away Demi Lovato's biological father, Patrick Lovato, has died, her rep confirms to Us Weekly. The "Heart Attack" singer's older sister, 25-year-old Dallas, posted on Saturday, June 22, "Rest in peace daddy I love you," while [...]...
- 6/23/2013
- Us Weekly
What had ETonline readers buzzing this week?
1. James Gandolfini Dies in Italy
Actor James Gandolfini, perhaps best known for his role as Tony Soprano died June 19 in Italy. He was 51.
Gandolfini's managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders confirmed that the Golden Globe winner passed away while on holiday in Rome, Italy. Reports suggest that his death came after a possible heart attack.
"Our hearts are shattered and we will miss him deeply," Armstrong and Sanders said in a joint statement. "He and his family were part of our family for many years and we are all grieving."
HBO also released a statement, saying, "We're all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family. He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect. He touched so many of us over the years...
1. James Gandolfini Dies in Italy
Actor James Gandolfini, perhaps best known for his role as Tony Soprano died June 19 in Italy. He was 51.
Gandolfini's managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders confirmed that the Golden Globe winner passed away while on holiday in Rome, Italy. Reports suggest that his death came after a possible heart attack.
"Our hearts are shattered and we will miss him deeply," Armstrong and Sanders said in a joint statement. "He and his family were part of our family for many years and we are all grieving."
HBO also released a statement, saying, "We're all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family. He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect. He touched so many of us over the years...
- 6/22/2013
- Entertainment Tonight
A somber-looking Deborah Lin, widow of the late James Gandolfini, stepped out on Friday, June 21, shopping at several stores in Los Angeles. Lin, wearing a ballet flats, gray shorts and a white blouse, was photographed at Bloomingdale's and Macy's, looking at a black jacket and a small white shirt for her 9-month-old daughter, Liliana, whom she welcomed with Gandolfini in October. The former model, who wed Gandolfini in 2008, was on vacation in Rome, Italy with family and her 51-year-old husband when he suffered a heart attack [...]...
- 6/22/2013
- Us Weekly
London, Jun 22: John Travolta has vowed to look after the family of 'Sopranos' star James Gandolfini.
The 59-year-old actor said that Gandolfini had supported him when his autistic son Jett suffered a fatal seizure aged 16 in 2009, the Sun reported.
The tragic actor, who is survived by wife Deborah Lin and their daughter Liliana, eight months, passed away aged 51 in Rome on Wednesday.
Legend Travolta told the publication that his goal is to make sure that Gandolfini's family is ok.
He said that he will make sure that the late star's son, whom he has seen growing, and his brand new little girl are taken care.
The 59-year-old actor said that Gandolfini had supported him when his autistic son Jett suffered a fatal seizure aged 16 in 2009, the Sun reported.
The tragic actor, who is survived by wife Deborah Lin and their daughter Liliana, eight months, passed away aged 51 in Rome on Wednesday.
Legend Travolta told the publication that his goal is to make sure that Gandolfini's family is ok.
He said that he will make sure that the late star's son, whom he has seen growing, and his brand new little girl are taken care.
- 6/22/2013
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Los Angeles, June 22: Actor John Travolta has taken it upon himself to take care of the family of "The Sopranos" actor James Gandolfini, who died earlier this week.
Travolta starred with Gandolfini in "Lonely Hearts", "Get Shorty" and "The Taking of Pelham 123".
Gandolfini, who died aged 51 in Rome, is survived by Michael, 13, his son from first marriage to Marcy Wudarski, wife Deborah Lin and their daughter Liliana, eight months.
"My goal is to make sure his family is okay," thesun.co.uk quoted Travolta as saying.
"His little boy, I watched him grow up, and his brand new little girl. We'll just make sure.
Travolta starred with Gandolfini in "Lonely Hearts", "Get Shorty" and "The Taking of Pelham 123".
Gandolfini, who died aged 51 in Rome, is survived by Michael, 13, his son from first marriage to Marcy Wudarski, wife Deborah Lin and their daughter Liliana, eight months.
"My goal is to make sure his family is okay," thesun.co.uk quoted Travolta as saying.
"His little boy, I watched him grow up, and his brand new little girl. We'll just make sure.
- 6/22/2013
- by Lohit Reddy
- RealBollywood.com
James Gandolfini's widow was spotted out in public for the first time since his death, and her distraction of choice was shopping.Deborah Lin, Gandolfini's wife of nearly 5 years, took a solo trip to a mall near their L.A. home on Friday, and went shopping at several stores ... including Bloomingdales. She also went to the bank.According to a family spokesman ... they're working with the Italian government to get James' body back to the U.
- 6/21/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Us actor best known for his role as the mafia boss Tony Soprano
James Gandolfini, who has died aged 51 of a heart attack, was one of those rare actors who was able to portray a violent, bullying, murderous, vulgar, serial adulterer, while simultaneously eliciting sympathy and understanding from television audiences. In 86 episodes from 1999 to 2007, in HBO's hit series The Sopranos, the balding, beefy, middle-aged Gandolfini, as Tony Soprano, a New Jersey mafia boss, managed to transcend any stereotyping of Italian-Americans (although the charge was still made) by showing the flawed character's vulnerable side.
While Tony Soprano does embody the close-knit Italian-American community, with its codes of masculinity, Gandolfini, who had studied the Sanford Meisner method of acting for two years, lived up to Meisner's exhortation to "find in yourself those human things which are universal". Gandolfini always claimed to be nothing like Tony Soprano: "I'm really basically just like a 260-pound Woody Allen.
James Gandolfini, who has died aged 51 of a heart attack, was one of those rare actors who was able to portray a violent, bullying, murderous, vulgar, serial adulterer, while simultaneously eliciting sympathy and understanding from television audiences. In 86 episodes from 1999 to 2007, in HBO's hit series The Sopranos, the balding, beefy, middle-aged Gandolfini, as Tony Soprano, a New Jersey mafia boss, managed to transcend any stereotyping of Italian-Americans (although the charge was still made) by showing the flawed character's vulnerable side.
While Tony Soprano does embody the close-knit Italian-American community, with its codes of masculinity, Gandolfini, who had studied the Sanford Meisner method of acting for two years, lived up to Meisner's exhortation to "find in yourself those human things which are universal". Gandolfini always claimed to be nothing like Tony Soprano: "I'm really basically just like a 260-pound Woody Allen.
- 6/21/2013
- by Ronald Bergan
- The Guardian - Film News
The sad, sudden death of James Gandolfini is mourned across the world, but no one will grieve quite the way his family will. This tough time has to be especially hard for James’ young 13-year-old son, Michael, and experts gave HollywoodLife.com their thoughts on how he can cope.
James Gandolfini was known as a family man who had a loving adoration for his two children, Michael, 13, and Liliana Ruth, 9 months. It’s never easy to lose a parent, but it is especially hard for young children who have to grow up without a father. HollywoodLife.com asked some experts about what they can do to deal with the grief.
How James Gandolfini’s Son Can Cope With Trauma Of Finding His Dad Dead
Michael was with James at the time of his heart attack, and he was the one who found his father on the floor of their hotel bathroom after it happened.
James Gandolfini was known as a family man who had a loving adoration for his two children, Michael, 13, and Liliana Ruth, 9 months. It’s never easy to lose a parent, but it is especially hard for young children who have to grow up without a father. HollywoodLife.com asked some experts about what they can do to deal with the grief.
How James Gandolfini’s Son Can Cope With Trauma Of Finding His Dad Dead
Michael was with James at the time of his heart attack, and he was the one who found his father on the floor of their hotel bathroom after it happened.
- 6/21/2013
- by HL Intern
- HollywoodLife
News of James Gandolfini's death yesterday shocked many people, not least of all his childhood friend John Travolta. During an appearance on "Good Morning America" Thursday morning, the 59-year-old actor -- who appeared in films such as "Get Shorty" and "The Taking of Pelham" with his fellow New Jersey native -- declared that he would watch after Gandolfini's two children, Michael, 13, and Liliana, 8 months.
"My father sold tires to his father. I was his inspiration to get into the business. He would see pictures of me on the wall from movies and he decided that he wanted to be an actor."
Travolta added: "My goal is to make sure that his family is okay. His little boy, I watched him grow up, and his brand new little girl. We'll just make sure they're taken care of. That's the whole idea."
The generous statement comes after "The Sopranos" actor looked...
"My father sold tires to his father. I was his inspiration to get into the business. He would see pictures of me on the wall from movies and he decided that he wanted to be an actor."
Travolta added: "My goal is to make sure that his family is okay. His little boy, I watched him grow up, and his brand new little girl. We'll just make sure they're taken care of. That's the whole idea."
The generous statement comes after "The Sopranos" actor looked...
- 6/20/2013
- by Youyoung Lee
- Huffington Post
James Gandolfini, the Emmy award-winning actor most known for playing crime boss Tony Soprano on HBO's "The Sopranos," died Wednesday at the age of 51. The actor, who was vacationing in Italy at the time and planned to appear at Sicily's Taormina Film Festival on Saturday, suffered from a fatal heart attack.
Gandolfini starred in "The Sopranos" for seven years, receiving three Emmys, three Screen Actors Guild Awards and one Golden Globe award for his performance. He also led a very successful film career, recently appearing in "Zero Dark Thirty" and "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone." He was married to model Deborah Lin and had two children: Liliana Ruth and Michael, the latter from his first marriage to Marcy Wudarski.
The indelible impression Gandolfini left on the film and TV world will remain, but he was more than just the characters he played. Many of his costars and celebrities have expressed their...
Gandolfini starred in "The Sopranos" for seven years, receiving three Emmys, three Screen Actors Guild Awards and one Golden Globe award for his performance. He also led a very successful film career, recently appearing in "Zero Dark Thirty" and "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone." He was married to model Deborah Lin and had two children: Liliana Ruth and Michael, the latter from his first marriage to Marcy Wudarski.
The indelible impression Gandolfini left on the film and TV world will remain, but he was more than just the characters he played. Many of his costars and celebrities have expressed their...
- 6/20/2013
- by Christopher Rosa
- NextMovie
The late James Gandolfini was a good friend to John Travolta over the years, the two shared a special history that went back to their fathers. In the wake of Mr. Gandolfini's death, John Travolta has vowed to take care of Mr. Gandolfini's family, wife, Deborah Lin, their daughter, Liliana, 8 months, and a son, Michael, 13, from a previous marriage. "My father sold tires to his father," Travolta said during an appearance on Good Morning America on Thursday. "I was his inspiration to get into the business," he added. "He would see pictures of me on the wall from movies and he decided that he wanted to be an actor." Mr. Gandolfini appeared in the film "Get Shorty" and...
- 6/20/2013
- by April Neale
- Monsters and Critics
Hollywood lost a family man on June 19. ‘Sopranos’ actor James Gandolfini unexpectedly passed away from an alleged heart attack while on a boys’ trip to Italy with his son, and he leaves behind the legacy of a loving family man.
Although James Gandolfini played a mob boss on The Sopranos, he was known for treating everyone with respect, and was loved greatly by everyone he knew. The family man, who was vacationing with his son when he passed away, will be remembered for more than just the roles he played as an actor.
James Gandolfini: ‘Such A Great Dad!’
One of the first people to pay public tribute to James was his friend and fellow actor Gilles Marini. Gilles wrote on his Facebook page:
I am heartbroken. My bud James Gandolfini just died. Last Saturday he told me at our kids graduation ghat he was so happy to go with his son to Italy.
Although James Gandolfini played a mob boss on The Sopranos, he was known for treating everyone with respect, and was loved greatly by everyone he knew. The family man, who was vacationing with his son when he passed away, will be remembered for more than just the roles he played as an actor.
James Gandolfini: ‘Such A Great Dad!’
One of the first people to pay public tribute to James was his friend and fellow actor Gilles Marini. Gilles wrote on his Facebook page:
I am heartbroken. My bud James Gandolfini just died. Last Saturday he told me at our kids graduation ghat he was so happy to go with his son to Italy.
- 6/20/2013
- by HL Intern
- HollywoodLife
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.”
‘The Sopranos’ Cast Speak About James Gandolfini
James, 51, starred in the show from 1999 to 2007 as mobster Tony Soprano, and he left quite an impression on his cast mates.
“The guy was like a brother to me. He was a great actor, a great father and was a lot of laughs,” Steve Schirripa, who played Bobby Bacala on the show, told the New York Post. “This is devastating. When...
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.”
‘The Sopranos’ Cast Speak About James Gandolfini
James, 51, starred in the show from 1999 to 2007 as mobster Tony Soprano, and he left quite an impression on his cast mates.
“The guy was like a brother to me. He was a great actor, a great father and was a lot of laughs,” Steve Schirripa, who played Bobby Bacala on the show, told the New York Post. “This is devastating. When...
- 6/20/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
How tragic. James, who famously played Tony Soprano on ‘The Sopranos,’ died of a heart attack on June 19 — he was 51 years old.
James Gandolfini, who will always be known as Tony Soprano, is believed to have died from a massive heart attack in Italy on June 19, HollywoodLife.com’s sister site Deadline reports.
James Gandolfini Dead — Tony Soprano Actor Dies In Italy At 51
James, 51, was in Italy to attend the 59th Taormina Film Festival in Sicily. He was vacationing with his sister and 13-year-old son when he suffered the heart attack.
They returned to their hotel after sightseeing and eating dinner when James went into the bathroom and didn’t come out, a source tells the New York Post.
James’ sister went in and found him unconscious on the bathroom floor. She called an ambulance, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
“Everyone is in tears,” a source close...
James Gandolfini, who will always be known as Tony Soprano, is believed to have died from a massive heart attack in Italy on June 19, HollywoodLife.com’s sister site Deadline reports.
James Gandolfini Dead — Tony Soprano Actor Dies In Italy At 51
James, 51, was in Italy to attend the 59th Taormina Film Festival in Sicily. He was vacationing with his sister and 13-year-old son when he suffered the heart attack.
They returned to their hotel after sightseeing and eating dinner when James went into the bathroom and didn’t come out, a source tells the New York Post.
James’ sister went in and found him unconscious on the bathroom floor. She called an ambulance, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
“Everyone is in tears,” a source close...
- 6/20/2013
- by Christopher Rogers
- HollywoodLife
Heart attack suspected in death of much-loved actor who starred as gangster family head in The Sopranos
• James Gandolfini's life and career - in pictures
The actor James Gandolfini, who played mafia boss Tony Soprano on the hit TV series The Sopranos, has died of a suspected heart attack in Italy. He was 51.
Colleagues and fans expressed shock after news broke late on Wednesday. "It is with immense sorrow that we report our client James Gandolfini passed away today while on holiday in Rome, Italy," said his managers, Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders. "Our hearts are shattered and we will miss him deeply."
Tributes flooded in for an actor who won three Emmys and showed that being fat, bald and playing thugs was no impediment to charisma.
"[James] was a genius. Anyone who saw him even in the smallest of his performances knows that," David Chase, who created The Sopranos,...
• James Gandolfini's life and career - in pictures
The actor James Gandolfini, who played mafia boss Tony Soprano on the hit TV series The Sopranos, has died of a suspected heart attack in Italy. He was 51.
Colleagues and fans expressed shock after news broke late on Wednesday. "It is with immense sorrow that we report our client James Gandolfini passed away today while on holiday in Rome, Italy," said his managers, Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders. "Our hearts are shattered and we will miss him deeply."
Tributes flooded in for an actor who won three Emmys and showed that being fat, bald and playing thugs was no impediment to charisma.
"[James] was a genius. Anyone who saw him even in the smallest of his performances knows that," David Chase, who created The Sopranos,...
- 6/20/2013
- by Rory Carroll
- The Guardian - Film News
Heartbreaking details have emerged revealing that James had a heart attack in his hotel room after a ‘beautiful day out together’ with his family in Rome and that his 13-year-old son was the one who called for help.
James Gandolfini, who famously played Tony Soprano in the HBO series The Sopranos died of a reported heart attack on June 19 at the age of 51, HollywoodLife.com’s sister site Deadline reported. James’ assistant, Tom Richardson, is now speaking out on the scary events leading up to his death and how his young son tried to save his beloved father.
James Gandolfini Died — Actor Passes While Vacationing With Son
Mike Sullivan, a friend of James says that his assistant Tom Richardson recalled the moments before James’ death.
“When they got back to the hotel, Jimmy went to use the restroom. And something happened in there. His sister said he was alive when...
James Gandolfini, who famously played Tony Soprano in the HBO series The Sopranos died of a reported heart attack on June 19 at the age of 51, HollywoodLife.com’s sister site Deadline reported. James’ assistant, Tom Richardson, is now speaking out on the scary events leading up to his death and how his young son tried to save his beloved father.
James Gandolfini Died — Actor Passes While Vacationing With Son
Mike Sullivan, a friend of James says that his assistant Tom Richardson recalled the moments before James’ death.
“When they got back to the hotel, Jimmy went to use the restroom. And something happened in there. His sister said he was alive when...
- 6/20/2013
- by Dory Larrabee
- HollywoodLife
James Gandolfini's teenage son, Michael, found the actor collapsed in their Italy hotel room and called for help. The two were on a father-son vacation.
The manager of the hotel in Rome where Gandolfini and his son were staying told the "Today" show the young boy found his father collapsed in the bathroom around 10 p.m. local time Wednesday. The 51-year-old actor was still alive when the ambulance arrived, but was later pronounced dead at the Policlinico Umberto I, a hospital just a three-minute drive from the hotel.
Gandolfini arrived at the hospital in cardiac arrest, according to ABC News. Resuscitation efforts, which paramedics began in the ambulance, continued for 40 minutes, Prof. Claudio Modini, director of the Emergency Department of the Policlinico, told the network.
Gandolfini and his son were on a "guy's trip," according to TMZ. The getaway was for both pleasure and business. They were celebrating his...
The manager of the hotel in Rome where Gandolfini and his son were staying told the "Today" show the young boy found his father collapsed in the bathroom around 10 p.m. local time Wednesday. The 51-year-old actor was still alive when the ambulance arrived, but was later pronounced dead at the Policlinico Umberto I, a hospital just a three-minute drive from the hotel.
Gandolfini arrived at the hospital in cardiac arrest, according to ABC News. Resuscitation efforts, which paramedics began in the ambulance, continued for 40 minutes, Prof. Claudio Modini, director of the Emergency Department of the Policlinico, told the network.
Gandolfini and his son were on a "guy's trip," according to TMZ. The getaway was for both pleasure and business. They were celebrating his...
- 6/20/2013
- by Cavan Sieczkowski
- Huffington Post
Sky Atlantic has confirmed that it will air a special Sopranos tribute to late actor James Gandolfini on Friday evening (June 20).
Elaine Pyke, the director of Sky Atlantic, announced on Twitter that it will be showing four classic episodes of the HBO drama across the night.
James Gandolfini 1961-2013: A life in pictures - photo gallery:The four episodes will be the original pilot, 'College' from season one, 'Funhouse' from season two and 'Whitecaps' from season four.
Gandolfini died from a suspected heart attack yesterday (June 19), aged 51.
The iconic actor was in Italy and was expected to attend the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily today (June 20).
Gandolfini became a worldwide star thanks to his incredible performance as the mobster Tony Soprano, which won him three Emmy Awards.
> James Gandolfini 1961-2013: Obituary of award-winning 'Sopranos' star
> James Gandolfini dies: Acting world pays tribute to 'Sopranos' star
> TV critics salute James Gandolfini...
Elaine Pyke, the director of Sky Atlantic, announced on Twitter that it will be showing four classic episodes of the HBO drama across the night.
James Gandolfini 1961-2013: A life in pictures - photo gallery:The four episodes will be the original pilot, 'College' from season one, 'Funhouse' from season two and 'Whitecaps' from season four.
Gandolfini died from a suspected heart attack yesterday (June 19), aged 51.
The iconic actor was in Italy and was expected to attend the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily today (June 20).
Gandolfini became a worldwide star thanks to his incredible performance as the mobster Tony Soprano, which won him three Emmy Awards.
> James Gandolfini 1961-2013: Obituary of award-winning 'Sopranos' star
> James Gandolfini dies: Acting world pays tribute to 'Sopranos' star
> TV critics salute James Gandolfini...
- 6/20/2013
- Digital Spy
"And to my family, thank you very much for everything. To my wife Marcy and my son Michael, without you, I'm just a fool." With those words, James Gandolfini accepted the first of his eventual three Emmys in 2000 for the second season of the groundbreaking HBO crime drama "The Sopranos." Gandolfini died on June 19 from a heart attack at age 51 while visiting Rome with Michael. He is survived by his son, second wife Deborah Lin and their infant daughter Liliana. Taking to the Emmy stage back in 2000, Gandolfini made note of the link between his win for Best Drama Actor and that of recent four-time champ Dennis Franz ("NYPD Blue"): "I can't really explain this, except for I think that the academy has an affinity for slightly overweight bald men from looking at the last few years," joked Gandolfini. "Excuse me, Mr. Franz, I'm sorry about that." Prevailing for the epi.
- 6/20/2013
- Gold Derby
As the world mourns and reels from the death of Sopranos star James Gandolfini, new details continue to emerge about the Emmy-winning actor's sudden passing in Rome, Italy on Wednesday, June 19. At just 51 years old, the Italian-American icon was in Rome with wife Deborah Lin, his 13-year-old son, Michael, nine-month-old daughter Liliana and other family members, USA Today reports. Gandolfini was also in the region for the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily; he had intended to attend the festival's closing ceremony this weekend, receive an [...]...
- 6/20/2013
- Us Weekly
The television world is in shock today over the sudden, unexpected death of James Gandolfini.
The veteran actor, best known for his award-winning portrayal of Tony Soprano, died of a heart attack at 51 years old. Deadline first confirmed the tragic news in an email from former HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht.
Said that network in a statement:
"We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family. He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect. He touched so many of us over the years with his humor, his warmth and his humility. Our hearts go out to his wife and children during this terrible time. He will be deeply missed by all of us."
Gandolfini first rose to fame via a memorable role in 1993's True Romance.
The veteran actor, best known for his award-winning portrayal of Tony Soprano, died of a heart attack at 51 years old. Deadline first confirmed the tragic news in an email from former HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht.
Said that network in a statement:
"We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family. He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect. He touched so many of us over the years with his humor, his warmth and his humility. Our hearts go out to his wife and children during this terrible time. He will be deeply missed by all of us."
Gandolfini first rose to fame via a memorable role in 1993's True Romance.
- 6/20/2013
- by matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal)
- TVfanatic
James Gandolfini, who shot to fame as a mob boss in The Sopranos, died on Wednesday [19] while on holiday in Rome. He was 51.
HBO spokeswoman Mara Mikialian told Reuters on Wednesday evening that a sudden heart attack was the possible cause.
Gandolfini starred in The Sopranos throughout its six-season run and it became a critical and commercial hit, earning the actor three Emmys and a Golden Globe. It also helped to establish the pay-cable network as an original content powerhouse.
The New Jersey native, who began his acting career on the stage in New York, also earned a number of significant film credits. Most recently he appeared in Kathryn Bigelow’s Zero Dark Thirty and was also known for roles in True Romance, Killing Them Softly, Violet & Daisy and UK satire In The Loop.
Gandolfini had been working on a forthcoming HBO show, Criminal Justice.
“We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss...
HBO spokeswoman Mara Mikialian told Reuters on Wednesday evening that a sudden heart attack was the possible cause.
Gandolfini starred in The Sopranos throughout its six-season run and it became a critical and commercial hit, earning the actor three Emmys and a Golden Globe. It also helped to establish the pay-cable network as an original content powerhouse.
The New Jersey native, who began his acting career on the stage in New York, also earned a number of significant film credits. Most recently he appeared in Kathryn Bigelow’s Zero Dark Thirty and was also known for roles in True Romance, Killing Them Softly, Violet & Daisy and UK satire In The Loop.
Gandolfini had been working on a forthcoming HBO show, Criminal Justice.
“We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss...
- 6/20/2013
- ScreenDaily
James Gandolfini, who shot to fame through his Emmy-winning role as the angst-ridden New Jersey mafia boss in The Sopranos, died on Wednesday [19] while on holiday in Rome. He was 51.
HBO spokeswoman Mara Mikialian told Reuters on Wednesday evening that a sudden heart attack was the possible cause.
Gandolfini starred in The Sopranos for six seasons and it became a critical and commercial hit, earning the actor three Emmys and a Golden Globe and helping to establish the pay-cable network as an original content powerhouse.
The New Jersey native, who started out on the stage in New York, also earned a number of significant film credits. Most recently he appeared in Kathryn Bigelow’s Zero Dark Thirty and he also starred in True Romance, Killing Them Softly, Violet & Daisy and the UK satire In The Loop.
Gandolfini had been working on a forthcoming HBO show, Criminal Justice.
“We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the...
HBO spokeswoman Mara Mikialian told Reuters on Wednesday evening that a sudden heart attack was the possible cause.
Gandolfini starred in The Sopranos for six seasons and it became a critical and commercial hit, earning the actor three Emmys and a Golden Globe and helping to establish the pay-cable network as an original content powerhouse.
The New Jersey native, who started out on the stage in New York, also earned a number of significant film credits. Most recently he appeared in Kathryn Bigelow’s Zero Dark Thirty and he also starred in True Romance, Killing Them Softly, Violet & Daisy and the UK satire In The Loop.
Gandolfini had been working on a forthcoming HBO show, Criminal Justice.
“We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the...
- 6/20/2013
- ScreenDaily
After shocking fans worldwide by passing away suddenly on Wednesday (June 19), celebs everywhere are reacting to James Gandolfini's death.
According to a rep for HBO, the "Sopranos" star suffered a heart attack while traveling in Rome, where he was scheduled to take part in the Taormina Film Fest in Sicily.
The 51-year-old actor is survived by his wife Deborah Lin, a son, and a daughter. Check out what some of James' famous admirers had to say about the shocking news.
Ewan McGregor: Jesus. The world just lost one of its great actors. James Gandolfini has passed away. Thoughts to his family. Such a talent. I'm saddened.
Bethenny Frankel: Just heard TV icon James Gandolfini has died. I'm shocked. I'm sad. I loved his work. My heart goes out to his family.
Steve Carell: James Gandolfini. Unbelievably sad news. A fine man.
Olivia Wilde: James Gandolfini was a kind,...
According to a rep for HBO, the "Sopranos" star suffered a heart attack while traveling in Rome, where he was scheduled to take part in the Taormina Film Fest in Sicily.
The 51-year-old actor is survived by his wife Deborah Lin, a son, and a daughter. Check out what some of James' famous admirers had to say about the shocking news.
Ewan McGregor: Jesus. The world just lost one of its great actors. James Gandolfini has passed away. Thoughts to his family. Such a talent. I'm saddened.
Bethenny Frankel: Just heard TV icon James Gandolfini has died. I'm shocked. I'm sad. I loved his work. My heart goes out to his family.
Steve Carell: James Gandolfini. Unbelievably sad news. A fine man.
Olivia Wilde: James Gandolfini was a kind,...
- 6/20/2013
- GossipCenter
Washington, Jun 20: James Gandolfini, who was best known for playing Tony Soprano in 'The Sopranos,' died in Italy on Wednesday. He was 51.
Gandolfini is believed to have died from a heart attack, TMZ.com reported.
He had come to Italy to attend the 59th Taormina Film Festival in Sicily, and was scheduled to participate in a festival event with Italian director Gabriele Muccino this weekend.
Gandolfini is survived by his wife Deborah Lin, who gave birth to the pair's daughter in October 2012, he also has a teenage son from an earlier marriage. (Ani)...
Gandolfini is believed to have died from a heart attack, TMZ.com reported.
He had come to Italy to attend the 59th Taormina Film Festival in Sicily, and was scheduled to participate in a festival event with Italian director Gabriele Muccino this weekend.
Gandolfini is survived by his wife Deborah Lin, who gave birth to the pair's daughter in October 2012, he also has a teenage son from an earlier marriage. (Ani)...
- 6/20/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
Wednesday, June 19: Emmy-winning actor James Gandolfini dies at age 51. Actor James Gandolfini died at age 51 today. Gandolfini, known for his role as Tony Soprano in HBO’s The Sopranos, was in Italy — with intentions to attend the 59th Annual Taormina Film Festival in Sicily — when he reportedly suffered a massive heart attack and died. He is survived by his wife Deborah Lin, teenage son and baby daughter. For six seasons, Gandolfini played New Jersey mafia boss Tony Soprano, winning three Emmy Awards for best actor in a drama series. When we interviewed Gandolfini for the series finale in [...]
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- 6/20/2013
- by Barb Oates
- ChannelGuideMag
He was known for his role as Tony Soprano on the hit HBO drama "The Sopranos", and it's sad to report that James Gandolfini passed away on Wednesday (June 19) at the age of 51.
The talented actor, who won numerous awards including a Golden Globe for his work on the HBO show apparently died of a heart attack in Italy, where he was to attend the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily.
In addition to his roles on the small screen, Mr. Gandolfini appeared in films such as "Get Shorty," "The Mexican" and "Zero Dark Thirty."
James is survived by his wife, Deborah Lin, and his son Michael. Stick with GossipCenter for more details as they become available.
The talented actor, who won numerous awards including a Golden Globe for his work on the HBO show apparently died of a heart attack in Italy, where he was to attend the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily.
In addition to his roles on the small screen, Mr. Gandolfini appeared in films such as "Get Shorty," "The Mexican" and "Zero Dark Thirty."
James is survived by his wife, Deborah Lin, and his son Michael. Stick with GossipCenter for more details as they become available.
- 6/20/2013
- GossipCenter
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