A Bronx Tale and Sopranos to Addiction and Prison - Actor Lillo Brancato Tells His Story

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A Bronx Tale - Addiction - Prison - Actor Lillo Brancato Tells His Story
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[@JRW1886]

Let’s not forget how good chazz palminteri was in a bronx tale and how much of an important character sunny was!

[@scarlettroseshelleyxo]

Chaz wrote the script to the film I believe

[@michaelharrison3602]

Chaz made the movie great

[@johnjones-eu1rv]

‘Now yooze can’t leave’

[@MarkMarxonsBassChannel]

You’ve done your time. You’ve paid your dues. You deserve to move on with your life. You have my support brother. All the best with your career and dreams.

[@lukehill5340]

The saddest thing in life is wasted talent, and the choices that you make will shape your life forever

[@wedge5896]

You really think that's the saddest thing in life?

[@Cmcc342]

@@wedge5896he’s quoting a bronx tale

[@wedge5896]

@@Cmcc342 well now it makes sense, gonna have to watch the film again

[@richlee509]

​@wedge5896 it's from the film and good advice

[@user-xr2lv4ll6j]

Tell me about it.

[@Jmancks]

Ive just relapsed last week after 18 months, this video really helped me guys - appreciate it, looking forward to my meeting tomorrow

[@Jam-r7v]

Get back on the wagon bro. 18 months Is a long time to stay clean don't let it back in. Stay positive bro.

[@Iambetterthanyouanduknowit]

You were clean for 547 days, and only messed up for one day. Don’t dwell on this. Every single person I know trying to get sober always has a hiccup somewhere. Focus on the progress you’ve made for those 547 days. Don’t let one day define your sobriety journey!!

[@jayd9262]

Just get back on track now. You did it you can do it again erase that day n start fresh luckily that day didn’t cost you anything yet but your count start over hit it again n keep going.

[@cyrusshellard3905]

Sopranos by far the best series ever, nothing will ever top it.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@richlee509]

The Wire has entered the chat

[@johnjones-eu1rv]

Father Ted is levels above

[@cyrusshellard3905]

@@johnjones-eu1rv 🤣😂 you melt

[@user-hi4vm6kk4u]

Breaking Bad , end of...I win 🏆

[@bubblegumpink1987]

Watching this while smoking hero!n and 30 minutes ago I was really unwell before I got this really makes me want to change my life, but it is a hard journey. Lying there just half an hour ago rattling, sore , sweating and runny nose is possibly the worst thing anyone can go through but I wish I could get clean 36 year old and want to change my life but don't think I can deal with the mental side of things but watching you James tell your story and lillo too is very encouraging ❤️

[@petrabrook1998]

This is really sad 🥺 I really hope you can turn your life around, wishing you all the best for the future ❤

[@bubblegumpink1987]

@@petrabrook1998 thank you

[@wolves1980]

Try hard my friend good luck god bless

[@bubblegumpink1987]

@@wolves1980 thank you

[@bubblegumpink1987]

I'm going for help in 4 days thank god. Time to get my life back in track. Not looking forward to the mental side of things though 😔💔

[@ryan4372]

Can’t believe the kid from Sopranos / Bronx tale is on here lol. Genuinely intrigued.

[@thomashenry7681]

Great interview again James, Lilo has a mad story and im glad to see him being a better man for it. Im from Scotland going through my own addictions myself which I want to leave behind me. These conversations are powerful, keep up the good work James, I'm a big fan of your work.

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️❤️

[@liammcguigan4578]

Class mate Lillo seems like such a good guy great guest been following his story for years he’s made few mistakes but who hasn’t abronx tale such a movie and sopranos

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@emilianarose]

he was amazing in a bronx tale . can’t wait for this

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@josephkennedy8281]

Amazing?lol ok mate he was shite in it and ruined the film I can’t watch it now cus his in it

[@EllisInWonderland.]

@@josephkennedy8281 What the hell? Hater maybe?

[@romeisfallingagain]

@@josephkennedy8281 bronx tale as amazing as was the cast

[@sofialovinglife597]

Well you tuned in ​@@josephkennedy8281

[@andymccardleofficial7615]

Theres a meme floating about social media that basically says its crazy when an addict suddenly quits the kitchen seshs & starts walking mountains preaching etc.. but in my eyes, who better to try & help than somebody who has been there & done it? Who has came thru the other side & knows exactly how it is?.. fair play to them. It only takes a second to go back over & everybody would be all over it, talking about it.. looking down on them.. but then laugh at them when theyre trying? Then that same person preach’e mental health.. good luck to anyone trying to fight addiction, everyday is a hard day, everyday is a struggle, some people dont make it. Good luck to Lillo & James in life.

[@sebby-d6124]

By far the best and most honest podcast/interview that I've ever seen, so natural, by people who fight that war everyday n know what they are talking about...Love Lillo n James both absolute legends.

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️

[@MalcolmDewar-dh4zh]

I am in recovery from 27 yrs of addiction,I won’t say what as folk are judgemental but watching you James and in particular this interview is very very inspiring. Keep up the great work,I wish you every success.keep spreading the message,people CAN change,a lot of it is down to surrounding yourself with good like minded people in recovery that GET IT. All the best.

[@JamesEnglish]

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[@boxingmediatv7553]

Two examples of how your fortunes can change for better and for worse based upon your own actions, and that no matter how far gone there’s always hope. Brilliant podcast

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️

[@robbragg5712]

I watched his interview on Michael francese too. By the way, he was a great guest. I’ve always liked Lillo. Great actor, great guy and speaks so well. Would like to see him continue his success. Great interview James!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@goodyeoman4534]

I saw Lillo in the Sopranos first, then Bronx Tale later on. What an actor. Hope he's found some peace now.

[@ChattinBoxingWYB]

So happy for Lillo! Turned his life around and is doing his best to seek redemption and help others. 👍🏾👌🏽🙏🏾

[@ingvildaberga3484]

Thank you for this interview James! Bronx tale was my absolute favorite back in a day. Lillo is such a genuine man -what a pleasure .I wish you both the best with your recoveries and thank you for being so decent,

[@paultrainor4068]

I’m so proud of how your Chanel has grown brother and how well you have been doing. Been with you since you had 2k subs. Love your work 🙏

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks for the support

[@bh760]

In the sopranos his character (Matthew Bevelacqua) and Sean shoot Christopher Multisante and he loses his spleen (crazy duality)

[@Ht1976.]

“I got no Spleen Gene”!

[@jboogieee337]

Let me tell you man unbelievable interview. I thought it was going to be the same shit. I’ve heard his story so many times that I could tell it at this point. Yet you were a let to put a different twist on it. Excellent job brother. I’ve been watching your work for a while now , keep up the great work!

[@richparker4091]

Outstanding interview. Shows how quick life can chew you up but the come back is possible.

[@jeromealexandre4162]

Excellent interview ! I watched a documentary on Lillo today and as a former addict I think he is very courageous to carry on and clearly he is still passionate about acting - I love his roles in a Bronx tale and The Sopranos.

[@stevendixon8790]

you're only allowed 3 great ones in your lifetime, they come along like the great fighters, once every 10 years... but sometimes you get them all at once. One of my all time best movies.

[@questpublishing4388]

Superb interview...as usual. Thanks for this James!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@CedrickTudge]

Is right 💪

[@darrenmcquillan1224]

Great conversation from you both. Watching this one is probably my favourite because I can relate to a lot of what you're saying. I'd love to maybe one day speak to you on a show like this. Keep up the good work bro👍🏼

[@itachiuchiha1714]

Never heard of you before but saw a TikTok of this interview and decided to check it out. Absolutely fantastic watch. Subscribed

[@Leafy53]

Great movie and a great episode, he reminds me of Matt Serra a little bit when hes in full flow conversation with James. 👍🇮🇪💥

[@TopTurfTV]

A brilliant film and a great actor. Can't wait for this one.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@dansendell]

Really enjoyed this one a great interview very open and honest, loved it 🥰

[@jonpark5203]

really enjoyed this one james(Bronx Tale) was such an iconic movie, absolutely loved it...great to hear Lillo has turned his life-around, very inspiring. 🙌🙌

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@hananaboulsi3778]

Beautiful man inside aswell ad out ❤

[@RP-sg7ft]

I’ve watched most of you’re podcast James, and I have to say this is my favourite. This guy is an amazing actor and a great storyteller.. I really enjoyed this one

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@missellz7630]

What he said about the weed as a BPD sufferer is spot on it’s the only thing that helps me regulate my emotions 💯💯

[@jackthomas205]

The resemblance to a young Robert Dinero is uncanny and I'm surprised someone in Hollywood has not taken note of the potential

[@YourRecoveryDealer]

He looks nothing like DeNiro lol

[@jackthomas205]

@@YourRecoveryDealer you don't think so? I wish a was able to send you a photo side by side for a comparison? Ok not spitting image but there definitely is some similarities and slight resemblance imho

[@peternagy-im4be]

He looks like that old Italian soccer referee

[@stillgotyourmom]

​@@jackthomas205Photos of both are on google 😂 dudeis around 50 tf young DeNiro 🤦‍♂️

[@Spaceagejung]

What an amazing guest with an amazing story well done James 👌🏻

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@theviraltrend7551]

I would love to see Lilo do Chazz Palmentari podcast that reunion would be amazing.

[@shanehealy8757]

Great watch, Lillo is a great guy, wish him all the best for the future. Taking positive steps in life. Get up, dress up and show up. Keep at it.

[@stevieR-lw4iy]

LEGENDARY

[@yossibenayoun5642]

when i heard what he'd done ages ago i'd heard he broke into a house and killed a policeman i thought "what a scumbag". gave this interview a chance and fair play it wasn't like that and it's great to see him clean, in good spirits and choosing to help people. best of luck to him

[@peternagy-im4be]

Yeah he didn't kill anyone

[@cjcolzie826]

@@peternagy-im4bein fact he was the one who was shot and actually could have died

[@-Ryans]

Absolute *GOLD* I’ve binge watched MANY of these “Talks” can’t beat this IMO James slowing the voice down 😂😂👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 🫡☮️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@JamesEnglish]

😂😂🙌🏼

[@leahflower9924]

We talk fast in the New York area too but the Scottish and certain English accents are hard for us to understand

[@hananaboulsi3778]

An absolute legend! You got my support! Always believe in you always will

[@user-oq4cn7di2q]

He spoke the truth about being in Oneida correctional facility, he was in involuntary PC, I was in gp at the time, I use to deliver the meal trays to the box and PC, use to see him all the time, he wasn't tough or anything he was one of us, a regular guy doing time 💯

[@anders-ganderson8715]

Best one for me good on the both of you. Brought back a lot of emotions of my addictions.

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️❤️

[@SuperGrimupnorth]

This was great 👍 I interviewed Lillo yrs ago/when he just got outa Ryker's.. rang him & dragged him outa bed 3hrs too early.. I forgot about the time difference⏰ but he was great, just told me to ring back later (in a sleepy voice)😅

[@TripleR250]

Another banger James! this could have been the Christmas Special but I'm happy it's dropped now

[@cyrusshellard3905]

Brilliant interview James, 1 of the best

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@Cassius..]

Fantastic interview James. As always mate. Have a great Christmas and a cracking New Year pal.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks pal you too

[@andynabb3515]

A great podcast both. Really enjoyed it guys👍🏻

[@OfficialFingazMC]

Loved Bronx tale! I remember when he got sent down was so shocked!

[@geniceschumann7983]

I liked the argument analogy!!❤👍🏾👍🏾🫶🏿🫶🏿. Stay strong Lillo 💪🏾. Keep spreading peace, love and hope. 🫶🏿🫶🏿👍🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️❤️

[@mrtiler1234]

Brilliantl podcast, thanks James, total respect for lillo, best of luck for the future,, 👍👍

[@Toffeeman17]

That was a belter that James I really enjoyed it brother.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@EllisInWonderland.]

You always have such amazing interviews with all types of people not just the well-known. Bless up James. 🙏🏽♥️✨

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️❤️

[@johnpaulduffy7264]

Great episode mate. New fan from belfast. 🇮🇪

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@tonymcfadyen8302]

Brilliant. A Bronx Tale is a great movie. Looking forward to hearing this guy's story.

[@melissabyrne1686]

I found this such a sad story. Great film & great talent. Glad he has found his way again.

[@mobmeansmobmobmeansmob2125]

I saw Bronx Tales with the love of my life.. wonderful.bittersweet memories ❤️

[@DEEJAYNEEKO]

incredible interview, big up Lillo, such an inspiring story, from when it came out when I was 9 years old bronx tale has been my favourite film... nobody cares

[@user-rq9yg4kb1c]

This single episode has made me turn my life around ❤❤❤

[@stevenbriggs950]

Fantastic interview James , great actor, loved that scene in Sopranos with Tony and Pussy

[@KelUK46]

Bronx Tale is one of my favourite films ever, so much in fact my eldest boy is called Sonny, he's 22. This is a great interview, loving your work James.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Kel

[@Pmoney21578]

Thank you Lilo and James, very interesting interview

[@RJ-xi3du]

Absolutely love this guy, what a bloke. I hope everything is good for him now, he’s seriously talented.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@thomasryan5116]

A Brónx Tale is one of my best movies ever and this lad played a brilliant part in the movie. Always wondered what happened him. A shame in all went wrong.

[@saigonKT]

I bet it was a nightmare for Lilo. It happened during his prime years. I thought it was only in US, but in my country in Asia, things like the happened all the times. Once they became stars, fame and drugs will mess them up big time.

[@srowanmp59]

Brilliant in the Sopranos! Very good actor,great guest James.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@GenesisOne-nb4hw]

The fact Lillo couldn't make out a word James was saying 😂 made the interview more beautiful ❤️... glad they're both doing well...🙏🏽...

[@peternagy-im4be]

They are both speaking English

[@GenesisOne-nb4hw]

@@peternagy-im4be clearly it was a joke 🙄... referenced what Lillo said at the end! 😅

[@karlscully3955]

😂😂😂😂 had some mad times on my bender days, kicked off with my mate and told him to pull over on the hard shoulder of the motorway because someone was in the boot. Another time I saw a lamppost eat a caravan 🙈🙈🙈 many more where that came from. Good times

[@davidoreilly3213]

'Do you feel lucky to still be alive...with all the drugs and the shootings...and the jumping out of a moving car'....Ah James, ye crack me up. It's the straight face and monotone delivery with the little cough afterwards....

[@user-ce8jm1bs8x]

Great podcast, love a bronx tale. Great to sit and listen to lillo

[@damien1351]

What a great discussion that was. What an interesting fella he is.

[@djspacey2509]

Amazing bro. Tuned right in man. Glad you brought up Denzel. Tony Scott was an amazing Director! This guy knows his dates ffs lol.

[@abzkenya5974]

I love this guy. So genuine.

[@Mike-ol2dd]

What a great interview. I wish only the best for Lilo. Good luck man!!!!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@nicholascarroll2919]

I thought its was Roberto Carlos!! 😂 Ringer!! What a class interview and class guest, natural flow. Great story

[@DublinG2]

Best podcast ive seen in awhile 🤝

[@eduardo4135]

A Bronx Tale has a great message(s) - Cracking guy anaw, James well done.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@sammybucci2725]

Great Interview! They both vibed really well! 👍

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@charlesallan5487]

Loved this one, watched bronx tale this morning. What an interesting person and life he had. Seems a really good guy too 😁

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@kellbell9416]

James... your a dark horse brother. Have a great Christmas

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Kell you too

[@Tam-it5mr]

Wow!!! What a guest!!!

[@sheila7909]

One of my all-time favorite movies

[@Yaseen-mi]

kid was talented . hope he gets his act together and rise above

[@user-yf7ug8fj5l]

Great interview James

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@RecTown-re6ur]

brilliant interview

[@DaveVargas90012]

I can see someone like Quentin Tarantino casting him in one of his movies and it do really well and Lillo is back in the spotlight again. Stay well bro all the best! Time goes on!

[@Jam-r7v]

Looking forward to this one bro 👌

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@TechBizToolkit]

Another great, transparent interview James

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks x

[@mrwanksock]

So glad you brought Guy Richie up. I was thinking this dude would be a perfect fit in one of his movies.

[@seanpaulmcguinness5203]

Lillos a good guy enuff said godbleess m8

[@JamesEnglish]

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[@dtowers2022]

Cee don’t go near the bar 👌beauty in a bronx tale what a film

[@leechysquad2k893]

Seen goodfellas, casino, the Irishman, the departed, godfather, scarface, road to perdition, but I ain’t seen a bronx tale, definitely gonna watch it

[@seankelly5243]

Good listen. Glad hes doing better

[@Pilkie101]

This will be a good one. He has a really sad story. High T mugshot though!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@Max_68]

The best & the most important thing is that, GOD IS ALWAYS WITH YOU & I'M VERY PROUD OF YOU LILLO BY MAKING THE GREATEST DECISION OF CHANGE . THAT'S WHAT IS ALL ABOUT TRANSFORM AND HELP OTHERS, BASE ON YOUR OWN EXPERIENCES. YOU ARE A AWESOME MAN, YOUR VOCABULARY IS ON POINT, ACTOR, AND INSPIRATION. YOU STILL YOUNG .... WISH YOU THE BEST, KEEP IT UP 👆 BLESSINGS TO YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND TO THE PEOPLE AT THE CENTER ! AND YES PEOPLE DESERVES 2 CHANCES AND YES THEY CAN CHANGE THEIR LIVES AROUND FOR THE BETTER 💯👈🙏💪❤️😉👌

[@Carp1965]

What a great and likeable fella , it’s obvious he’ll be in some great movies in the near future.

[@awilliams5480]

Thanks Lillo. This really helped me.

[@jackthomas205]

Something else I noticed at the beginning of this interview and regarding the Bronx tale portion in particular he didn't mention Chaz whether he considered him a star or not?

[@martinvegas1327]

Brooklyn Rules is another good one👍

[@thetetch6593]

Loved this He's a good lad who made some bad choices a life time ago good to see he has learnt from them & is doing good now 👏

[@JamesEnglish]

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