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Ex-'Sopranos' actor gets 10 years in prison

A former actor on "The Sopranos" was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison for a botched burglary in the Bronx in which an accomplice shot and killed an off-duty police officer. A jury acquitted Lillo Brancato Jr. of second-degree murder in the death of the police officer, but convicted him of attempted burglary. He had faced up to 15 years in prison.

'Sopranos' actor 'Johnny Cakes' dead in suicide

Police say the actor who portrayed the gay lover of a closeted mobster on "The Sopranos" has died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in New York.

'Sopranos' actor cleared of New York cop's murder

A slain police officer's sister reacted with disgust after a jury cleared a former actor on "The Sopranos" of her brother's killing during a botched burglary three years ago.

Deliberations resume in NYC "Sopranos" trial

Deliberations have resumed in the trial of a former "Sopranos" actor accused in the shooting death of an off-duty New York City police officer.

NYC murder trial opens for `Sopranos' actor

Both sides in the murder trial of Lillo Brancato agree on one thing: The once promising actor was a junkie who hit bottom on Dec. 10, 2005 — the night an off-duty police officer was killed during a burglary.

'Sopranos' actor on trial in NYPD cop slaying

Lillo Brancato Jr. was a young actor with a solid resume: He made his debut in 1993 in "A Bronx Tale" opposite Robert De Niro, went on to appear in more than a dozen movies and played a doomed mobster wannabe in HBO's "The Sopranos."

'Sopranos' actor on trial in cop slaying

Lillo Brancato Jr. was a young actor with a solid resume: He made his debut in 1993 in "A Bronx Tale" and played a mobster wannabe in "The Sopranos."

43 grand for the blood of Tony Soprano

One used, black and beige short-sleeve polo shirt, a tank top and black pants: $43,750. Inflation run amok? Nope — just the premium you pay for the blood of Tony-Soprano.

Big box on `The Sopranos'

A a 30-disc box set with every episode of the HBO series "The Sopranos" weighs in at nearly 10 pounds.

Gandolfini selling 'Sopranos' wardrobe for charity

Tony Soprano is shedding his wardrobe for charity. James Gandolfini, who starred on the hit HBO series, is selling off 24 outfits, including the button-down blue shirt he wore in the opening credits and the bathrobe he donned to fetch the morning newspaper.

Justice Alito Sounds Off on 'Sopranos'

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Jr. has convicted "The Sopranos" of spreading what he says are stereotypes about Italian-Americans.

`Sopranos' Trial Gives Hollywood Insight

Robert Baer dreamed of becoming a Hollywood writer and producer, and thought he had caught his big break in 1995 when he met the man who would become famous for creating "The Sopranos."

Jury Rules for `Sopranos' Creator Chase

A federal jury on Wednesday ruled against a man who says he helped "The Sopranos" creator David Chase develop ideas for the hit HBO mob drama.

`Sopranos' Case to Go to Federal Jury

Both sides were to present closing arguments Wednesday in a trial over whether "Sopranos" creator David Chase owes a New Jersey man money for his help in developing the hit HBO mob drama.

Chase to Testify in `Sopranos' Dispute

Don't expect "Sopranos" creator David Chase to give any insight into the final episode of the mob drama that ended in June when he testifies in federal court Tuesday.

'Sopranos' Creator Chase in Fed Court

A federal jury was told Wednesday that "Sopranos" creator David Chase got help in developing HBO's Emmy-winning mob drama and owes a former municipal judge for that assistance.

Sopranos' Pork Store No More

Eight months ago, James Gandolfini drove his white SUV out of the parking lot of Satriale's for the last time, as HBO wrapped up the final season of "The Sopranos."

'Sopranos' Creator Defends Famous Finale

Just when we had made our peace with "The Sopranos" finale and moved on with our lives, David Chase has stirred things up again.

`Sopranos' Star: `No Idea' About Ending

Viewers weren't the only ones who didn't know what to make of the boldly ambiguous ending of "The Sopranos" — some of the stars didn't, either.

No Easy Ending for 'The Sopranos'

Tony Soprano carries on. The much-awaited conclusion of HBO's "The Sopranos" arrived Sunday night in a frenzy of audience speculation. Would New Jersey mob boss Soprano live or be killed? Would his family die before his eyes? Would he go to jail? Be forced to enter witness protection? Would Brooklyn boss Phil Leotardo, who had ordered a hit on Tony, prevail?

Jets Coach Makes Cameo on 'The Sopranos'

Eric Mangini had a surprise sit-down with Tony Soprano. The New York Jets coach made a cameo on HBO's "The Sopranos" on Sunday night — and was lucky to not get caught up in all the bloodshed on the violent mob drama.

The End Is Near for HBO's `The Sopranos'

The body count for "The Sopranos" had a major bump Sunday as this HBO mob drama races toward its own termination. (Spoiler alert: If you plan to watch the episode later and don't want to learn the newest casualty, stop reading now.)

Whacked 'Sopranos' Actors Recall Exits

David Chase looks like a nice guy. The 61-year-old television writer and producer is slight, wry and direct. But with a mere phone call, he strikes fear in the heart of actors — after all, his rap sheet is a mile long.

'Sopranos' Can Film in North Jersey Town

Tony Soprano is welcome in the North Jersey town of Bloomfield. Earlier this week, the town's mayor and council had denied a permit to film the series' final scene, saying they found the HBO mob drama a disparaging portrait of Italian-Americans.

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Lillo Brancato's hospital confession was legit - detective
Source: NY Daily News

Excerpt: Sedated and hooked up to a respirator, "Sopranos" actor Lillo Brancato still was able to confess to a burglary that led to the fatal shooting of a cop, a detective testified Monday.

Lillo Brancato 'lost in drugs,' says boss of 'Vault' sex club
Source: NY Daily News

"Sopranos" actor Lillo Brancato goes on trial for a cop killing Monday, and sex-club impresario Anthony Marini won't be on the witness list.

Tonight!! The Official Lucky 13 CD Release!!!!! - Sonic Underground MySpace Blog
Source: Pasi

Tonight don't miss the well anticipated release of Lucky 13 at the famed Cutting Room in NYC. 8pm start, doors open at 7:30pm. Rumor has it cast members from The Soprano's will be there. For more information:

Exclusive: Jamie-Lynn (Not Spears) Hooks Up With Entourage!
Source: www.yahoo.com

You gotta love a Soprano who keeps it in the family.

'Tony Soprano' sheds clothes for charity
Source: CNN

"Actor James Gandolfini is selling 24 complete outfits from the award-winning television series about a Mafia family -- all in the name of charity."

HBO & Apple Bring Critically Acclaimed Television Programming to the iTunes Store
Source: Apple

NEW YORK and CUPERTINO, California—May 13, 2008—HBO and Apple® today announced that programming from HBO is now available for purchase and download on the iTunes® Store (www.itunes.com).

'sopranos' Muscling Paramount - New York Post
Source: New York Post

May 9, 2008 -- Move over J.J. Abrams, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg, "The Sopranos" creator David Chase is coming to the Paramount Pictures lot. more after the jump

'Sopranos' creator signs movie deal
Source: BBC News

David Chase, creator of hit TV drama The Sopranos, has signed a deal with Paramount Pictures to write, produce and direct his first feature film.

Riding Soprano style
Source: Palm Beach Post

So, maybe you can't actually be a beefy, bad-tempered Garden State gangster with a conflicted Catholic wife and whiny children. But you can at least drive his car.

Bada Bing! Rumors of a 'Sopranos' movie come from an unlikely resource
Source: TV Squad

That resource is Nick D'Urso, owner of the New Jersey gentlemen's club Satin Dolls, which was the front for the show's Bada Bing Club.

Writer 'sick' at Sopranos claim
Source: BBC News

The creator of hit TV show The Sopranos said he felt sick when he learned he was being sued by a former judge who wanted to take credit for the series. Robert Baer claims his ideas helped David Chase create the plot and is seeking both a credit and payment.

Pop Culture Trivia Special (and pageview generator for moi)

What does the film Easy Rider have in common with the Sopranos Finale?

The Mafia Is Biggest Business in Italy
Source: Breitbart

Revenue from organized crime amounts to an estimated $127 billion annually in Italy, making it the largest segment of the economy, a lobby group for small businesses said Monday.

NJ Strip Club, Real Life Bada-Bing, to Auction 'Sopranos' Items on eBay
Source: FOXNews.com

LODI, N.J. — Scantily clad women have spent nearly 10,000 hours wrapping themselves around two stripper poles made famous in "The Sopranos" as fixtures at the "Bada Bing."

Emmy Nominations are In!
Source: TV Show Recaps

Nominations for the 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and HBO's The Sopranos (15 nods) along with ABC's Ugly Betty (11) came away as the most-recognized drama and comedy series, respectively. The rest of the nominations are here.

'Bury My Heart' Tops Emmy Nominees
Source: The New York Times

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- ''The Sopranos,'' the mob series that went to its grave with a shockingly inconclusive finale, found a happy ending Thursday with 15 Emmy nominations including best drama. The made-for-TV movie ''Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee'' led all nominees with 17 bids.

The Sopranos: Road to Respect - Cheats for PS2
Source: gamez-vault.com

The Sopranos: Road to Respect - Cheats for PS2

Sopranos Viewing Party Ends in Bloodbath
Source: originalunoriginal.com

Hillarious parody of a Sopranos viewing party.

James Gandolfini Shot By Closure-Seeking Fan
Source: The Onion

According to police reports, 28-year-old marketing research assistant Louis Bowen walked into the small Italian restaurant Occhiuto's at approximately 7:40 p.m. and headed directly toward Gandolfini's table.

Satire - James Gandolfini Shot by Closure-Seeking Fan
Source: The Onion

NEW YORK—Actor James Gandolfini, best known for his portrayal of mob kingpin Tony Soprano on the hit HBO show The Sopranos, was shot to death Tuesday in a Greenwich Village restaurant by a fan unable to accept the open-ended conclusion of the series finale that aired earlier th …

Anatomy of an Internet Hoax: Nikki Leotardo
Source:

Two weeks ago, just after the finale of HBO's The Sopranos aired, a tornado of an Internet hoax began circulating in cyberspace...

Hilary Soprano: Ill-Conceived Media VIrus
Source: rushkoff.com

The Hilary Clinton campaign's Soprano's satire is such an extremely ill-conceived effort at viral media that it demands comment, here.

Hillary Clinton Sopranos Spoof. [Video]
Source: YouTube

Hillary Clinton unveils her new campaign song by spoofing the final episode of the Sopranos.

Clinton embraces family values in Sopranos spoof
Source: Guardian Unlimited

The lighthearted video and campaign song were supposed to prove ultra-serious Democrat presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton has a sense of humour.

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