James Gandolfini’s portrayal of criminal Tony Soprano in the landmark drama series The Sopranos was just one facet of an actor who created a rich legacy of film and stage work in a life cut short.

Actor James Gandolfini died after suffering cardiac arrest, hospital officials in Rome say.

The actor who played the gay firefighter lover of a closeted mobster on hit TV show 'The Sopranos' was found dead after apparently committing suicide.