"The Sopranos" TV show. - Commemorating a quarter-century since graduation: a class reunion.
A massive family reunion of the cast from the critically acclaimed Sopranos series took place at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 13th, 2019. This was in commemoration of the show's 25th anniversary. The hit show first aired on HBO (a US Pay-TV channel) on January 10th, 1999, though there was a slight delay in celebrating its round birthday.
Leading the list of attendees was Edie Falco (60), who portrayed Carmela Soprano, the depressed mafia boss wife of Tony Soprano (played by the late James Gandolfini, who passed away in 2013 due to a heart attack). Gandolfini was sadly missed by his onscreen family.
Steve Buscemi (66), known for his roles in major Hollywood projects, was also present. He took up a lesser role and also directed several episodes in "The Sopranos." Creator of the show, David Chase (78), joined the party as well.
Key Absences
Lorraine Bracco (69), who was nominated for an Oscar for her role in "GoodFellas," and embodied the therapist to the gangster boss in the series, was surprisingly absent. Additionally, Steven Van Zandt (73), who portrayed Frank Tagliano in the show, was unable to attend due to his ongoing tour with the E Street Band, the main job of Bruce Springsteen (74).
The Start of a Golden Age
The Sopranos, alongside the two-year-old prison series "Oz - Prison Break," is considered the beginning of what's known as the golden age of TV series. This era is marked by intricate plotlines and complex, morally gray characters. Both "Oz" and "The Sopranos" were groundbreaking for being originated from Pay-TV channels. The later series received an Emmy nomination in 2007, later turning into a widely celebrated classic.
