How Playing Tony Soprano Broke James Gandolfini | Deep Dive
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Welcome! For those who don't know me, I'm Michael. I was a former capo for the Colombo crime family back in the 1980s & best known for being one of the top money earners for the mob since Al Capone. Fortunately, I've been able to walk away from that life and reinvent myself (unlike many of my associates during that time). And for the past 25 years, I’ve traveled around the world speaking at corporate leadership events, churches & prison ministries, and to pro sports teams. I’ve also launched multiple successful businesses and have helped close deals that have brought in millions of dollars. On this channel, I share my experience, advice, and point of view on various topics.
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🍷🍷 Have you tried my wine yet? Visit https://franzesewine.com/ 💪🏼Want to join my family? Be a part of my circle? Visit https://michaelfranzese.com/family/ Did playing Tony Soprano actually destroy James Gandolfini? Today, I uncover the shocking truth behind the man who played Tony Soprano. From his secret $30,000 gift to cast members to the intense personal struggles he faced off-screen—drug use, breakdowns, and the crushing pressure of playing one of TV’s most iconic characters. This isn’t the James Gandolfini you think you know. Discover how The Sopranos forever changed him and why Hollywood could never replicate the magic of this legendary show. Grab my latest book "Mafia Democracy" NOW in AUDIOBOOK: https://geni.us/MafiaDemocracy 🎤 Want to book Michael for an in-person event, go here: https://michaelfranzese.com/speaking-engagements 🍷🍷 Grab your bottle of Franzese Wine! Visit https://franzesewine.com ==================================== Other mentions: Subscribe to "The Wise and the Wiseguy" YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWiseandtheWiseguy 👉👉Check out the store: https://store.michaelfranzese.com/ Backbone Media Group
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