James Gandolfini talks Tony Soprano's anger

In a 2005 interview with Bob Simon, the actor explains who shaped his character's temper
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[@stoneharper7038]

The fact that he sounds nothing like Tony in real life furthers the point that his performance of Tony Soprano is the greatest in TV history

[@teslermendelovitch]

Absolutely

[@hesoocold]

sounds the same as when tony was in a coma

[@bulevarrevolucije6799]

He is caracter Tony, and of course he sound like Tony stupid!

[@KingKenzo215]

Yes

[@babalugats3540]

Rewatch the first few episodes of season 1. His characters voice was not nearly as exaggerated as it went on to be, something like what you just heard.

[@DolleHengst]

"I'm not James Gandolfini by any means" - Tony Soprano

[@heatherthomas5995]

Brilliant

[@Sk8ordiE151]

Lmao

[@JJJameson.]

Well, for starters he never had the makings of a varsity athlete

[@trishmagenta883]

😭😭😭

[@jayyt2969]

"That's all there is to it. End of story 🤌"

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

James was such a good dude. Sopranos ended and HBO gave him carte blanc to do basically whatever he wanted to do next and he decided to do a 2 part documentary series where he interviews soldiers who were disfigured in the middle east. He personally sat there and listened to their story. He was such a selfless man.

[@JackG79]

And they had to stop a lot of the interviews because Jim was crying in them. He was such an honest, good hearted man!

[@maratonlegendelenemirei3352]

@@JackG79 Jim?

[@rc7625]

@@maratonlegendelenemirei3352 Jim (or Jimmy) is a nickname for James. Just like how Bob (or Bobby) is a nickname for Robert and Bill (or Billy) is for William.

[@maratonlegendelenemirei3352]

@@rc7625 Yeah I know all that but did he personally know Mr Gandolfini to call him Jim? Rude and ignorant if you ask me.

[@Kingj411]

@@maratonlegendelenemirei3352 oh come on how is that rude, what is this the 1600s?

[@teerboyd]

I always forget he’s not actually Tony and when James talks in his actual voice it always throws me off. RIP Mr. Gandolfini, you're sorely missed......

[@shilonortham5216]

He’s actually Kevin Finnerty

[@Rutherford_Inchworm_III]

Edie Falco is like that too.

[@j.kevinkelly5983]

I know right? It feels so different hearing James Gandolfini vs Tony Soprano.

[@johnkruck1]

reminds me of Kevin Finnerty

[@seanmichael1524]

He’s from north jersey so it sticks well

[@omertadmn]

He was a good actor but he never had the makings of a varsity athlete.

[@jimmyjam1710]

🤣😂

[@diatonicjon]

bahahaha

[@mattsalvatore3193]

@Jake Rivers He couldn't face his friends he was so embarrassed

[@mikedawolf95]

Oh what the......

[@davidtothemax1]

this show is one of the best comedies ever written

[@bguzewi0]

Tony Soprano might be the most perfectly cast character ever put to film.

[@elicohen5073]

I agree

[@akajakeyyale1897]

Ari Gold is up there imp🤷🏻‍♂️

[@KevinWidesouls]

Agreed. Other goods ones that immediately come to mind are Anthony Hopkins as Lector, Hugh Laurie as House, RDJ as Iron Man (honestly, most Marvel castings are absolutely perfect), and Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles.

[@NevxrBackDown]

It's kind of unfair to compare TV characters to movie characters since they get so much more screen-time to develop etc but I think the best character performance for a movie would be Al Pacino as Michael Corleone. Also, I recently watched 'Amadeus' & F. Murray Abraham was cast perfectly as Salieri in that. The whole cast of 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' was also pretty perfect.

[@seth5143]

You all need to can it. Gandolfini's Tony should only be compared to Ian McShane's Al Swearengen. Obviously.

[@Idnxjfksmznckdk]

“If you dont love me anymore that breaks my heart, but you will respect me”

[@MaximumBob]

Christophah!

[@JAF2991]

I'm not running a popularity contest here

[@scottdavidson526]

Yup...lol

[@Threemore650]

Yeah. No triggering of Daddy issues at all with that one 😳

[@kenthefele113]

His voice sounds like if Tony Soprano was mentally stable and had a healthy childhood.

[@DazedInTheDesert]

He kinda reminds me of Gary Cooper... the strong, silent type.

[@adampaul83]

You ripped that from the Donnie Baker impersonation video.

[@remek_ember]

He was gay, Gary Cooper?

[@liloni444]

Tommy D a real captain of industry type.

[@mattjindrak]

Gary Coopa

[@leomduffy794]

Whatever happind to the strong silent type.

[@hugonongbri8100]

Kevin Finnerty, that you ?

[@KevinFinnerty]

Yesss

[@drepop803]

Yeah that fake non Jersey accent doesn't fit him. I could hear the north Jersey screaming to come out.

[@boosteddaily1294]

Yesss, that's him.

[@DOGSHOT]

It wasn't fake that was his actual accent.

[@chdanish6568]

I lost my briefcase. My whole life was in it

[@Haedox]

Love when he is Kevin Finnety and talks like this. Never knew it was an exaggeration!

[@mikepotrero3905]

*Finnerty

[@mayamagination]

@J H filtered

[@davidcarpenter6631]

@J H I agree with the Kevin Finnerty coma but not being the best but my god if season 6a and 6b aren’t both masterpieces

[@chickan10281]

Excellent episodes of him as Kevin Finnerty. So well written and was interesting seeing his character be this laid back guy who avoided confrontation. Best series I’ve ever watched hands down.

[@Ryguy87c]

Was going to make this exact comment. 100% Kevin Finnerty IRL

[@nightofhalo]

"I'm not Tony Soprano by any means." -- Tony Soprano

[@hsehovic63]

Rest in Peace my good man. You are still missed

[@user-ne8od7up1l]

@UrbanExplorer1000 why not

[@crusader1236]

The cast and crew loved him very much.

[@meokbye]

As long as we remember the sopranos we'll never forget big jimmy.........."when the lights go out, it's over" Tony soprano.

[@fusiongautam1699]

Wtf he's dead damn

[@howardronamald2849]

Salut

[@milesmayhem5440]

“It’s a retirement community!”

[@johnysac420]

😂

[@johnysac420]

I know seniyas who are inspiredd

[@HighLordBlazeReborn]

It's more like a resort at Captain Teeb's

[@francoochoa3176]

She was abusive to the staff!!!

[@mrsnoopyaaaaa]

Captain Teebs

[@TonyDucks89]

Never realized how much he changed his voice and attitude while playing Tony. Brilliant actor

[@commiezombie2477]

Hearing his two different voices just shows how great of an actor and character he embodied. Will be missed!

[@dwaynethemineraljohnson412]

Watch the pilot again there is his is a lot closer to what his real voice was

[@wendydavison9308]

My son died at 29 years of age due to epilepsy, that was 7 years ago. Bittersweet watching this series again. We loved watching the series together when he was a young man. My son did great impersonations of Tony.

[@jasonjean5333]

My condolences

[@basedbattledroid3507]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@naughtyskywalker9292]

Im so sorry, may he rest in peace

[@burntbacon7995]

God bless you and keep you all the days of your life.

[@julbas2113]

Oh God... I'm so sorry for your loss

[@doctorsam5771]

I don't know why but James Gandolfini as a person seems surreal to me. I just can't imagine him as anything other than Tony Soprano. RIP.

[@pbluma]

@kurt neill There are plenty of people like Tony in the real world, lol.

[@pbluma]

@kurt neill Eh, what are you 12? I'm not gonna argue, but I bet you're also one of those people who think we're alone in the universe.

[@pbluma]

@kurt neill First of all, you can't know that for sure, otherwise I'm gonna speculate about World War 2 as well. Second... You act like TS is some kind of special human that only exists once in 1000years. There are plenty of scumbags like him around, start with prisons. Vinny Ocean aka Vincent Palermo was really close, that's one example I can think of, and if you think I will give you examples, you are a funny guy... Like, am I supposed to know all these people or what

[@pbluma]

@kurt neill It's based on what I've read from our scientists. The universe is big, there has to be intelligent life elsewhere, there could be some race that has destroyed themselves when they started playing with atoms, we had a few accidents as well and there could have been WW3=nukes. We could be the first race to go this far, maybe we're the most advanced one there is. Vast distances between solar systems, it's hard to get somewhere even at lightspeed. I am not saying you are wrong just that you can't be sure, what if we are from Mars? My personal oponion is that we are aleardy in contact, it's just that governments and people in power want to keep this secret for whatever reasons.

[@pbluma]

@kurt neill Who knows, maybe that's how it is...Would be cool, but I guess I've watched too much Stargate. I don't know but I just can't get over the fact that the universe is so huge and people can still say we're alone.

[@clc-gl4jn]

Literally NOBODY could have made Tony Soprano like James Gandolfini did. If they even tried, it would have flopped as a series. He put every element into Tony that nobody else could... God bless you James

[@iec7587]

that's not true at all. He was awesome as Tony but others could have done as well and we'd be saying that no one else could have done it

[@clc-gl4jn]

@@iec7587 they would have done a good job possibly, but not to carry it to the extent that James carried it. The writing is great, but JAMES is what made the series not flop...

[@iec7587]

@@clc-gl4jn he was and did but dont think that there arent others out there that couldn't as well. Not many but certainly a handful This isnt a slight to him in anyway but he isnt the end all be all

[@robertryan5874]

James Gandolfini : "He'll never make me sing" Tony Soprano : "IM A FOOL TO DO YOUR DIRTY WORK OH YEAAA ~"

[@brigadesFC9]

My first thought haha

[@maratonlegendelenemirei3352]

"we don't need no, diddly do dahs"

[@xyhmo]

Sitting on a park bench 🎶

[@krayzeejojo]

Can’t stop laughing at the interviewer appearing a little nervous lol.

[@karellt2355]

I saw Mr. Gandolfini one day in 2010 in Tribeca...i said.."Hey!" But never spoke his name...he turned and waved at me with the most pleasant humble disposition...i'm hardly starstruck BUT i was that day! RIP Mr. Soprano....

[@PKaddicted]

Awesome thats a memory you will never forget

[@pjk9056]

I saw him in West Village Starbucks on 7th ave.Only 6-8 people in the store, all were aware of him but nobody engaged him. When he left he looked around and gave everyone a friendly nod. I think he was expressing appreciation for having his privacy respected.

[@acer4237]

Lucky you!

[@karellt2355]

@@pjk9056 good stuff! 😄

[@mountainofthunder92]

@@pjk9056 nice

[@areyousur3]

The most perfectly cast character in history. Acted so well that it’s hard to believe Tony Soprano wasn’t a real person. Rip James

[@atune2682]

true

[@travisbickle3835]

lord tywin?

[@SlippinSaulGoodman]

@@travisbickle3835hes amazing but he isn’t even the best in got lol, that’s dinklage and even he isn’t close to James level..

[@alexn4255]

Who’s a more complex character, tony sopranos or Walter white or Homer Simpson????

[@alexn4255]

@@SlippinSaulGoodmanDinklage? Lol i think u misspelled Daenerys the queen of the dragon. Don’t disrespect her like that u understand me?

[@undisputedtruth2075]

When a actor plays his role so well that you have difficulty believing he is not actually the character in real life you know you have witness something incredibly special. James was One of the Most Talented actors to ever grace our screens. Rest in peace Big Guy.

[@charger19691]

They were just scratching the surface with this man. Jim Gandolfini was a world class actor.

[@xXxSPADExXx0]

It's James lol

[@Liverpool5095]

@@xXxSPADExXx0 James was his officially stated name but most people called him Jim or Jimmy.

[@regidon793]

@@Liverpool5095 people who knew him called him jim not no random clown on youtube lool "jim" hahahahahahahahaha

[@lukess.s]

@@xXxSPADExXx0 Jim's short for James, "lol"

[@yurikendal4868]

He tried other roles, sang, did his last movie as a romance. You saw his body, but his skill was as such you saw the character. That's some skill! Tony was just one of MANY roles. I plan to watch ALL of his movies. He is respectful towards his co actors, it's noticable in the interaction s.

[@ExodusPaddy]

‘’She was abusive tuh da staaaaffff’’!!!!!!!

[@MrDlt123]

Im struck by how intelligent and deep-thinking James Gandolfini was. He put so much into his characters. Such a great actor, and died so young. Younger than I am now.

[@monijacq01]

I have never watched the Sopranos when it first came out, I just started watching it 2 weeks ago, I finished all 6 seasons, I know I am going to watch it again. Very good show, the actors were fantastic.

[@vladamader]

Savor it !

[@anima6035]

@@vladamader amen to that 😭 I think I watched it too fast (the whole series in a week lmao) and now it's over 😔 But I too am sure I'll be watching it again!! But first ima watch Gandolfini Interviews and as many series analysis as I can find, because it's that good!

[@krisstopher8259]

@@anima6035 wow in just one week? i thought i was fast when i watched it in two weeks, lol. it ended a few days ago and now i don't know what else to binge watch that's as good. i've already watched mad men (created by the same team) TWICE, just before the sopranos and that took maybe one and a half months, lol

[@4tse7en97]

um, the title says james gandolfini but this is clearly kevin finnerty speaking.

[@MichelLinschoten]

yellowbelly that’s because that is the real galdofini ... that’s not hard to grasp

[@filosofenvacker1226]

@@MichelLinschoten Sarcasm.

[@christophergargaro959]

The Inn at the Oaks...by the way what is that beacon anyway?

[@zerocurve758]

One of the greatest actors to have ever lived, no doubt. RIP Mr. Gandolfini.

[@Dale_Blackburn]

I would call myself a huge film and art archivist and i still agree. He is a legend. R.I.P.

[@devilshoez1098]

It's Gandolfini. Spell the man's name right, or don't spell it at all. What is a man without his name?

[@swerv3009]

@@devilshoez1098 its not that deep lol

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

What the phuncc

[@Gquequeg98]

So weird hearing him w/out the accent

[@leehartlee2970]

I had the chance to interview James many years ago when I was in college and he was filming in NJ. I was an older student and in charge of our College TV station. I could have done the interview, but had my assistant do it, so I could look at him and take notes. Also, I was so intimidated and nervous! I have never felt that way with any other celebrity. He smiled and said hi, and looked at me with that Tony Soprano / James Gandolfini smile, and I will never forget it, is is seared in my memory forever!

[@travelinben1966]

R.I.P James,you were amazing in that role.Sorely missed.🙏🏻

[@Doomreb]

Definitely. 'See ya up there'

[@moose6154]

the 1 dislike is from the shah of iran

[@AL-SH]

That's because he never had the makings of a varsity athlete. But on a serious note the Shah was a great man. This is coming from an Iranian.

[@the_road__warrior6185]

Moose Hey, If you ask Phil.. He’ll always tell you how many fuckn years he did..

[@comanchedase]

The ToeCutter that's because he could compromise

[@garyolivier792]

Hahahhahahahahahahhha Shah of Iran !!! Hahahahhahahhaaaa Good one !!

[@TheHeavyassaulter]

Just searched the Shah of Iran. God he looks exaclty like Leotardo :'DDDDDD

[@jenniesmith1106]

Fabulous actor. RIP, Mr. Gandolfini. 🙏🏻

[@Williamtipq]

The first time I heard him without the accent is when it hit me how great of an actor he was. Top 3 of all time for sure.

[@JojoGTP]

It’s sad that Gandolfini didn’t enjoy Tony Soprano as much as we did. RIP.

[@TokyoBlue587]

I think he enjoyed it. How many actors get to play such a great role? And of course he was he was recognized for doing great work, won many awards for it.

[@adammathers4879]

@@TokyoBlue587 Playing a great role and being liked by millions of fans does not automatically mean that the actor themselves enjoy the characters that they play. In fact, it was well known that playing Tony soprano caused James a ton of personal stress.

[@TravelsChases]

When he spoke in his normal voice, it felt like he is acting .

[@KickAss5671]

I just cannot believe he talks like that, wow! What an actor! Rest In Piece forever.

[@ryanl2601]

Just when i thought i was out they pull me back in

[@isasecret]

🤣🤣

[@ZMorpheus]

"I'm not the mobster character that you think I am..." - Every mobster in court...

[@shineboxofiran1899]

I pledge the fifth...same answer sir...

[@stevem2323]

And they are right, they're probably aren't.

[@JB19504]

I wish that series had continued forever. How could one ever get tired of this show? I am currently re-watching every episode for the umpteenth time, plus watching the podcast Talking Sopranos with Imperioli and Schrippa which is very good.

[@JackG79]

My personal favorites are "Sopranos Theroies" "Pure Kino" " Borko"

[@ajefri]

That smirk at 0:18 is so chilling because it's so Tony Soprano

[@bedirhandemir4918]

I cannot unsee the Tony Soprano while James Gandolfini is speaking. Greatest cast for a role, period.

[@franksemyon5855]

James said on Inside the Actor's Studio that he would get very little sleep and then drink a lot of coffee and put a rock in his shoe and that helped make him mad. The man was a true legend. RIP James. His final role was in The Drop and it was excellent.

[@provost5752]

Man I miss this guy. I think the way he spent time with the veterans says everything about him.

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

I didn't know, the interviewer Bob Simon, had passed away less than 2 years after James Gandolfini did. A tragic loss of talent.

[@Igotworms2]

His humility never ceases to amaze

[@evancampbell9254]

I just finished rewatching the entire 6 seasons this time from start to finish. Years ago when it was on HBO i'd watch random episodes. For anyone who's never seen the series from start to finish i highly suggest it. James was a truly great actor and yes perfectly cast in this role. All these years later and he's still missed...

[@artvandelay837]

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[@GABRIELA-ACEVEDO.]

Same here. I watched the first 3 seasons back then. I then missed a few episodes back then from season 4 and didn't want to continue since i missed some episodes. I now just finished it a month ago. HBO has the best shows.

[@ryanschlanser1657]

I just finished watching it for first time a couple nights ago, and I might start it again here shortly for viewing #2

[@Cenot4ph]

I thought about doing it, then i watched the highlights on youtube instead. It's so many hours i just dont have the time for it

[@dkherr8391]

I want to watch it! I met one of the villain cast last night and he told me that I should watch it and it’s a good series! I was still a kid when it came out though

[@MC-xx4fd]

You could just tell that James was responsible for giving Tony Soprano his humanity. Even when he was a murderer, we all still felt Tony wasn't "all bad". He seems like such a gentle and kind person. No words any of us can say give this man the credit he deserves but I pray he is at peace now and hope for the best for his beautiful family.

[@skintslots]

A very unselfish man who always shared his success with those around him and complimented them while understating his own brilliance.So sad that he's no longer with us.

[@vinzetti22]

Gandolfini was an exceptional actor and such a genuinely kind person. One of my favorites

[@lindapuertesdeals6006]

I love him. What a loss:((( amazing actor .

[@JTWaylon]

Best actor ever,in my opinion. Died to soon! R.I.P.

[@RosvStudios]

to me he's the best actor as well. No one could play soprano better than him.

[@linaschoendorf466]

A truly amazing actor and it sounds like he was an outstanding man. Sad to lose him so soon.

[@johnsmisek02]

That’s literally crazy how completely transformed he is in the show despite looking exactly the same

[@regat-]

"I am not tony soprano by any means. " said tony soprano

[@joshuakirschenbaum417]

I think Michael Imperioli is probably one of the more underrated actors I've ever came across and I've always liked them and I especially like them on The Sopranos

[@J.G.Wentworth69420]

How many Michael imperioli's are there?

[@bryanlesch357]

Idk about being underrated. I believe he won two Emmy awards and multiple others. He was great.

[@TooLooze]

I love how Imperioli did that fast arrogant walk whenever he could be the first to bring important news to Tony.

[@joshuakirschenbaum417]

@@TooLooze lol that always had me rollin

[@traegergod727]

@@bryanlesch357 one emmy win- he lost to ralphie and uncle junior the other times I believe

[@thesanfordmethod1905]

Miss James.., met him at The Borgata in AC in NJ, a total kind gentleman.

[@arifozeser17]

I remember when i had heard over the radio, news of James Gandolfini passing away. It was the first and only time the death of a celebrity had actually made me sad.

[@sifatshams1113]

Hearing his real accent is way more surreal than any of the show's many dream sequences!

[@captainfalcon8615]

He was so tired... :( he needed rest and I'm glad he's in a better place. He deserved peace and this wicked world poisoned a man with a huge heart may he rest in peace always.

[@banzaii4422]

You know a actor has mastered the skills so well when you think it's weird seeing/hearing their true self talk

[@paulradich85]

"when you're married you'll understand the importance of fresh produce"

[@dutchvanderlinde9481]

"He's not gonna make me like sing or something" Oh yea? "Sitting on a park bench tududu"

[@joefeeney5497]

I’m a fool to do your dirty work, oh yeah

[@m1garand164]

Maybe baby I got youuuuuu!

[@mrpentium]

Oh girl I’d be in trouble if you left me now

[@dannigro8794]

He had no connection to Tony in terms of what happened to him. Truly remarkable actor.

[@kerrybeesley6957]

Who could give this wonderful actor a thumbs down??? He was great and is missed!!💔

[@bakhtiyarguseinov9402]

I genuinely believe he’s the greatest character portrayal in all of tv show history

[@ernesthennessy8774]

R.I P. BROTHER, NEW JERSEY LOVE'S YOU!😥💕🙏✌💪🍀🇺🇸

[@frankweber7498]

I'd like to see a bio pic about this amazing man's life and work. He's sadly missed.

[@chadchaddingtonflexington8415]

This man was responsible for my favorite TV entertainment in history. Thank you James. Your work goes above and beyond. I never get tired of rewatching the sopranos

[@Jman417]

Rest in peace Mr Gandolfini. I will appreciate your acting forever.

[@journey95far49]

Real legend, gave the best performance in tv show history. RIP James Gandolfini!

[@snack4458]

His voice, cadence, mannerisms. He became a different person as Tony. Incredible.

[@jimhenderson9173]

Yeah, it's called acting.

[@snack4458]

@@jimhenderson9173 nobody else could have done it. Is what I mean.

[@christophawscanopy5692]

@@snack4458 Change my meat to black forest.

[@PLB117]

Straight to the point. James Gandolfini. May he rest in peace.

[@bradleyboyer9979]

He is the only actor I've ever personally not been able to picture as anything but his character. He may not be Tony Soprano, but he is/was to me.

[@gnarrcan108]

Guy was a class act. Never really watched interviews of him it’s crazy expecting to hear Tony and hearing nice guy Jim

[@gapyrodawg5181]

God he's so good at acting he seems nothing like Tony. That's amazing considering how convincing he was as Tony Soprano. Rest in Peace James, you were a great actor 👍👍

[@GriffithMustDie]

Ironically enough, Tony singing "Oh Girl" in his car is one of the most memorable scenes in the show to me. Even when he's outside of his comfort zone Jim's performance is amazing.

[@Maximus-hq1cz]

What a hell of an actor, The Sopranos will always be my favorite show all time. The acting, characters, family dynamic.. All of it, I always watched it with my Dad too, some good memories. RIP Ton'.

[@darykinnaman2319]

James was such an unusual talent, I am glad he got to showcase it in the Sopranos. His work in film was exceptional too. RIP James Gandolfini.

[@oleand14]

I remember hearing the news of his death on the radio at work and it tore me to pieces... This man is the absolute best caracter persona of all time and perfect for his role, i used to wish he would do an end movie or something to fix the missing pieces of the series but that all flew away that Day of his death. 🙏 Rip G. O. A. T🙏❤️

[@helicopterk3n708]

He Seemed Very Humble & Mysterious 🖤

[@pingpong517]

Hands down my fav actor of all time RIP James Gandolfini

[@dakkefernet8585]

James you sing like pro! Oh girl by the chi-lites. Legendary❤

[@Jimmyfly215]

that scene is hilarious

[@reelgirl8544]

🎶*Under the Boardwalk*🎶... man, that really got Bobby Bacala hot under the collar (and very nearly whacked)!🤣

[@irishpj51]

I’m a foool to do ya dirty work

[@reelgirl8544]

@@irishpj51 Oh it's a dirty job but someone's gotta do it

[@billyboblillybob344]

Shine-box you crazy diamond...

[@cstumpy51]

James: "He wouldn't have my character… I don't know… sing" Also James: "Sittin' on a park bench… doo doo doo doo doo doo…"

[@jpeg204]

Lmfao

[@mrpentium]

Actually Tony soprano sang on several occasions most notably of which were “ oh girl I’d be in trouble if you left me now”

[@TheRuckus-ji4wt]

So cool they got Kevin Finnerty to speak on James' behalf here. Remarkable show.

[@DarkAngel-ms2sq]

James will always be one of my favorite actors ever. R.I.P. James Gandolfini 🙏🏽

[@eddievastag7818]

sad he died so young. i wouldve loved to have met him .... rest in peace my friend. :(

[@sarahturney4168]

Can only imagine what roles this great man would be playing if he was still with us today. RIP big man xx

[@shawnhampton8503]

What a great actor and from all accounts, very beloved man. I am so sad that he is gone from us.

[@josephst.george7841]

RIP James, you were taken way too soon but at least we have your undeniably amazing performance as Tony to watch for years and years to come

[@travis3430]

The best character & performance in TV ever.

[@DepressionShaman]

James was a force of nature. His portrayal of Tony Soprano is legendary. RiP James Gandolfini

[@stardust5531]

👏👏

[@reddalchemy5970]

I miss him. He was such an great and underrated actor. Broke my heart to hear of his passing.😢💔😢💔

[@HisDarkfashion]

I still feels like he wasn't acting he was in reality ( Tony Soprano ) R.I.P James you're a legend Love from a fan from India 🇮🇳🖤

[@xxxfirehuunterxxx]

Rip James. Only started watching this legendary show, but knew of his legendary status since I saw him in all sorts of shows and films.

[@ennuiblue4295]

Oooh I'm jealous, wish I could watch it for the 'first' time again that's the best 😊

[@varrick1226]

When certain people die, it impacts your life forever. I’m talking about those not family or close intimate friends. Jimmy was just one of those people. I miss him a lot. RIP!

[@hornylorney8150]

I agree. I feel immense sadness every time I see him on screen... I'm even sad that I know him as Tony because it feels like that role swallowed up James

[@victorcreed_]

RIP Best Tony Soprano Actor🔥🙏🏻

[@paulavery5889]

James Gandolphini was a nice man and it shows what a good actor he was.