Tony Soprano rage based on me, says Gandolfini

The Sopranos star James Gandolfini has revealed his TV mobster ranting and raging is based on his own "useless temper".

Wed, 18 May, 2005 - 12:24

The Sopranos star James Gandolfini has revealed his TV mobster ranting and raging is based on his own "useless temper".

The actor, who plays Tony Soprano in the hit drama series, insists creator David Chase used his temper flashes as the basis for his revered character.

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