Getty Images “Sopranos” creator David Chase revealed to New Jersey Monthly. Richard. Itchy Richie is quick to take offense. Dickie was also a cousin of Carmela Soprano (née DeAngelis). David Aaron Proval (born May 20, 1942 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American actor, known for his roles as Tony DeVienazo in the Martin Scorsese film Mean Streets (1973) and as Richie Aprile on the HBO television series The. Scantino is desperate for money, as he owes Richie Aprile $8,000. Richie takes the initiative and warns him about laying his hands on women. His dedication is so great that he courts. After the death of acting boss Jackie Aprile, Junior was appointed as boss, however, shortly after, a power. For members of The Sopranos cast, its no secret that several of them have had run ins with the law. He is. Aida Turturro is a member of the famous Turturro acting family (John being the most famous of all the cousins) and was also a longtime friend of James Gandolfini. Dominic Chianese is an American actor, singer, and musician. He is best known for his roles as Corrado "Junior" Soprano on the HBO series The Sopranos (1999-2007), Johnny Ola in The Godfather Part II (1974), and Leander in Boardwalk Empire (2011-2013). Kessler, and was directed by frequent The Sopranos director John Patterson. Richie is penalized by Tony because he is still selling cocaine on his garbage routes, but for Junior the income from cocaine is his "lifeline". After Richie hit Janice when they are planning their wedding, poor Richie dies, the hero dies allowing Tony Soprano to go unchecked. He couldn’t play Richie Aprile if he wanted to. Most popular actor on The Sopranos. He Is Risen (. Anyone else saying “ramp” wouldn’t have been the same. I must have watched the Sopranos start to finish at least 50 times. Meadow gets in trouble after a party gets out of hand. “Fuck Tony Soprano! And fuck the fucking Barese brothers! Fuck them all! I bury those cock-a-roaches. He was the Fredo Sr. Actor. He was murdered during a domestic dispute in 2000. SS: This is where you first see Richie Aprile, who was probably – in fact not probably – the scariest character on The Sopranos. It was written by Terence Winter, directed by Tim Van Patten and originally aired on March 26, 2000. On the show, a young Janice appears in flashbacks portrayed by Madeline Blue and. Jason was born on November 2, 1977 in New York. It was written by Frank Renzulli, Robin Green, and Mitchell Burgess and directed by John Patterson, and originally aired on March 19, 2000. By 2000, he is made captain of the Aprile Crew. Disclaimer: All copyrights belong to HBO. There was no chance. Unlike his niece, Richie is a true sociopath. Jennifer Melfi Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano. Season 2 Episode 11: Directed by: Tim Van Patten: Written by:. Raymond was approached by Tony to replace Jackie Aprile, Sr as boss of the DiMeo crime family, due to his age and experience (Jackie was in and out. I don't even know what to say about it. Dominic Chianese is an American actor, singer, and musician. It is the 19th overall episode in the series. Johnny V (Artie) read for Tony but they brought him back as Artie. He will become a major force on the series, penning some of the most memorable hours and profoundly leaving his mark on Season Five (which I think is the greatest season of ’em all). Tony Soprano (13 Episodes) Edie Falco. Janice was a mesmerizing mess. , and Adrianna are all 1st cousins to each other. It is the 19th overall episode in the series. ; Deceased []. Angela is known for her portrayal of Rosalie Aprile on the HBO series The Sopranos. Imperioli had played the impulsive young mobster. This is explored during his therapy sessions with. The Aprile Crew is a crew within the DiMeo Crime Family. Kessler, and directed by Allen Coulter, and originally aired on April 15, 2001. Tony Soprano : [Increasing Scatino's sporting goods store's debt by buying products, selling them, and not paying back. She also portrayed an unnamed hostess in the pilot episode. I always thought the jacket represented being the head of the family. Silvio to Paulie Gualtieri Silvio Manfred Dante is a major character on The Sopranos. Richie gets back together with Janice Soprano, a woman whose physique is a bit larger and less of the typical woman than what the rest of the guys would consider as wife or goomar material. Actor: Analyze That. . After Junior reveals to Tony that Richie Aprile (David proval) is planning to kill him, Tony asks why Richie would trust Junior with that information. It is directed by Alan Taylor and written by David Chase and Lawrence Konner. " Full Leather Jacket " is the 21st episode of the HBO original series The Sopranos and the eighth of the show's second season. After his brother's imprisonment, Jackie Aprile,. Ralph is not present in Season 1 or 2, as he spends a prolonged amount of time in Miami overseeing the family's real estate interests from Spring 1998 to September 2000, returning following the "disappearance" of Aprile capo Richie Aprile. Google search keeps giving me David Proval and Jason Cerbone. It was written by Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess, directed by Allen Coulter, and originally aired on March 5, 2000. Top-rated. Rosalie Aprile is a recurring character portrayed by Sharon Angela. Think Murmur in the credit cards or Sean and Stupid with Wibistics. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. Season 4 Episode 10 - The Strong, Silent TypeThe Sopranos: Created by David Chase. It was written by Frank Renzulli, directed by Lee Tamahori, and originally aired on January 30, 2000. The Sopranos. Rosalie Aprile Played by Sharon Angela "She (Hillary Clinton) stood by him and put up with the bullshit and in the end, what did. E3 ∙ Toodle-Fucking-Oo. I just felt it fitted in nicely. m. 18 Videos 39 Photos David Proval launched his acting career with a starring role in Mean Streets (1973), directed by Martin Scorsese,. Learn about the show's actors and actresses, their roles, images and more. ago. Obviously, the writers knew that they were going to kill Richie Aprille off. They probably wrote the scene that way on purpose. She has been married to Steven Van Zandt since 31 December 1982. Janice was a mesmerizing mess. Carmela: In a year, tops, you're gonna have to accept a gumar. Richie and Janice get engaged, but Richie's violent temper finally takes him too far. Jason Cerbone. Tony Soprano (Michael Gandolfini) Michael Gandolfini (Ocean's 8, The Deuce) plays future DiMeo crime family boss Tony Soprano, the role made famous by his late father, James Gandolfini. He is an old-school, respected captain in the DiMeo crime family, and was released from prison in 2004 as part of a class of mobsters who were incarcerated during the 1980s. In The Sopranos season 2, the release of Richie Aprile (David Proval) leads to a clash with his brother Jackie's successor, Tony Soprano. Tony would win for sure. Richie Aprile, "The Test Dream," The Sopranos, HBO, 2004; The real damsel in distress, though, is Janice, who, having hitched her carriage to the recently paroled Richie Aprile, realizes that (1) the little guy is not up to the task of taking over Tony. She is portrayed by Drea de Matteo. HBO. William Forsythe (born June 7, 1955) is an American actor. Unlike Tony, Richie rarely smiled, thus portraying himself as a tough gangster at all times. It was written by Frank Renzulli, directed by Lee Tamahori and originally aired on January 30, 2000. In “The Sopranos,” Heard played a corrupt police detective who served as a source for Tony Soprano and also investigated Dr. Dominic Chianese. After serving 10 years in prison, Richie Aprile (David Proval) believes that Beansie owes him money, due to being mentored as a drug dealer in. Maureen Van Zandt. During the shootout between Harold and Johnny's crews, Dickie shoots a passing hippie van by accident, causing it to crash and catch on fire. , played by John Ventimiglia, is a character on the HBO television series The Sopranos. Richie,. Series creator David Chase recently appeared on the final episode of Sopranos cast members Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa’s hit Talking Sopranos podcast, facing the question directly. Vincent Pastore, David Proval, David Chase, Anabella Sciorra, Drea de Matteo, Steve Buscemi and. Davey first met Tony Soprano after moving to their. It’s a feral punch to the face, courtesy of fiancée Richie Aprile (David Proval), that causes the Soprano blood of Tony's. Season 1. Jackie's older brother, Richie Aprile, also stepped up in the same crime family. So glad Janice took care of Richie. Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero portrayed by Vincent Pastore is a soldier in the Soprano Crew, and member of the DiMeo crime family. The new prequel film to the HBO crime drama stars Michael Gandolfini as a young Tony Soprano, and Vera Farmiga as his mother Livia. Mikey Palmice 10 episodes, 1999-2004 Karen Young. " Bust Out " is the 23rd episode of the HBO original series The Sopranos and the 10th of the show's second season. Beansy was paralyzed thanks to Richie Aprille’s anger at the fact that he went to jail while Beansy lived a successful life on the outside. ) " Fortunate Son " is the 29th episode of the HBO original series The Sopranos and the third of the show's third season. Richie's constant acts of insubordination make him unique since most mobsters cower at the sight of Tony. The son of Lino Bonpensiero; Pussy was born on September 16th, 1951. Dominic "Fat Dom" Gamiello is a supporting character in The Sopranos. He's not involved in the mafia, and is a ball room dancer along with his dance partner Juliet. I don't make a profit from uploading this content and I never will, I am ju. David Proval (Richie) read for Tony but they brought him back as Richie. In the show, Proval is known for playing Richie Aprile, the uncle of Adriana La Cerva. Sopranos: Bobby Zanone - Member of Richie Aprile's crew that dumped trash on the guys driveway for complaining about the trash service Goodfellas: He was in Goodfellas but all I can find about the character is "Prizefighter". It originally aired in the. Information on the Aprile family tree is scant, with most of the characters weaving in and out of the plot as it relates to the politics of organized crime. Among other roles, he was part of the main cast of HBO's Vinyl (2016). Barese is a Capo in the DiMeo crime family. ago. " Bust Out " is the 23rd episode of the HBO original series The Sopranos and the 10th of the show's second season. There you go, you big-mouth fuck!Gigi before executing Philly Parisi. Giacomo "Jackie" Aprile, Sr. " Brother of Jackie Aprile, uncle of Jackie Jr. (ex, I don't think Van Zandt is the best actor but he's really not a formally trained actor and brought enough to the party to make an impact). This impressed Ercole DiMeo who began giving Richie high profile jobs before turning him into a mad man. Richie Aprile gets out after ten years in prison and starts reasserting his authority while unaware of the changes made in the crime family's archetype. He’s a criminal, too, and therefore, “in that life. The actor, who played Tony Soprano, gave his Sopranos costars $33,000 each after his own HBO contract dispute. Rosalie is one of Carmela's close friends, and the widow of late mob boss Jackie Aprile Sr. (Jason Cerbone) No other Sopranos character is more deserving of a firm slap to the face than Jackie Jr. 14. Tony's objection was never moral outrage at Richie's treatment of Davey, only at the fact that Richie made a farce of his beloved executive game and disrespected Tony as boss. James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano Lorraine Bracco as Dr. Richie Aprile. . Writer. The Rockford Files is an American detective drama television series starring James Garner that aired on the NBC network from September 13, 1974, to January 10, 1980. 4. Disclaimer: All copyrights belong to HBO. It was written by Frank Renzulli, directed by John Patterson and originally aired on February 20, 2000. The actor passed away in 2013 after suffering a heart attack at 51. She is the girlfriend of Christopher Moltisanti and a classic mob moll, loving him and the various privileges coming from his position in the DiMeo family, while also possessing an interest in club and music management. After being imprisoned for 10 years, he comes back to New Jersey to resume his career in the Mafia, in which. Richard "Richie" Aprile (1945 - May 2000) was a capo of the DiMeo crime family and the older brother of acting boss Jackie Aprile Sr. only appeared in one episode in the second season, "Knight in White Satin Armor". Carmine became the boss of the family during the. , was once the. Richie Aprile : [giving a toast at his engagement party to Janice] everybody, I want to thank my future in-laws for throwing me this party and I want to thank you all for coming and celebrating this historical union: the Apriles and the Sopranos. He is portrayed by Steven Van Zandt. He also worked on several movies early in his career with his friend Sam Peckinpah . Sun, May 6, 2001. Now, prequel movie features a young Tony Soprano played by Michael Gandolfini, James' son. The actor, who played Tony Soprano, gave his Sopranos costars $33,000 each after his own HBO contract dispute, according to Tinderbox: HBO's Ruthless Pursuit of New Frontiers by James Andrew. Actor: The Rum Diary. New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano deals with personal and professional issues in his home and business life that affect his mental state, leading him to seek professional psychiatric counseling. Notable features in which he has appeared include The Phantom (1996), The Brady Bunch Movie (1995) Four Rooms (1995) and The Shawshank Redemption (1994). Movies. Garner portrays Los Angeles private investigator Jim Rockford, with Noah Beery Jr. He is the consigliere and right-hand man to Tony Soprano in the DiMeo crime family. RELATED: The 10 Most Iconic Locations In The Sopranos. Goodfellas and The Sopranos share many actors and one of the most notable ones is Michael Imperioli. Jennifer Melfi Edie Falco as Carmela. It’s why he says to Tony later on “Sometimes you act like you’re in a different business. Actor Birth Details May 20, 1942 New York, New York, United States. Jamie-Lynn Sigler has been acting and singing since the age of 7. Junior Soprano Corrado John "Junior" Soprano, Jr, played by Dominic Chianese, was the de jure boss of the DiMeo crime family until 2006, when he succumbed to dementia. Shutterstock (2) Steven Van Zandt. With James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli. Within just 6 years of that (Richie went away in 1989), in 1995, Jackie is named Boss by DiMeo at the age of 40 - a VERY young age to. Little Ricky. 8. [2] [3] After his early roles in the television series M*A*S*H and the 1983 comedy Risky Business, he gained recognition for his numerous supporting roles in high-profile films and. AKA Aron Proval. It is the 16th overall episode in the series. One minute the viewer was on the edge of their seat and the next minute they were laughing. 1 Reply. The story of New Jersey-based Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the conflicting requirements of his home life and the criminal organization he heads. It was out there. “Big girls don’t cry,” but Melfi and Dominic’s wife both do in this hour. Jennifer Melfi Edie Falco as Carmela. Janice Soprano Baccalieri is a fictional character on the HBO television drama series The Sopranos and in the film The Many Saints of Newark. “You know, David didn’t like holding the gun to Aida’s head,” Imperioli. David Proval is a veteran actor with over a 100 acting credits to his name. Richie literally just wanted to be given back the businesses he ran before prison. Proval fantastically played Richie. Raymond was approached by Tony to replace Jackie Aprile, Sr as boss of the DiMeo crime family, due to his age and experience (Jackie was in and out. Monetization is disabled on this channel. THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'The Sopranos,' 14 years after the series finale. Tony ordered Silvio Dante to have Richie killed after Uncle Junior had informed him of Richie planning to "move against him". and Adriana La Cerva. I also noticed overtime that The Sopranos has had a lot of issues with establishing characters’ ages. He had a daughter at. "The Happy Wanderer" is the 6th episode of Season 2 the HBO original series The Sopranos. By the way, that actor was in probably the best Woody Allen film- Manhattan Murder Mystery. Kessler and directed by Henry J. Matthew Bevilaqua is a supporting character portrayed by Lillo Brancato, Jr. ; The DiMeo crime family, founded by Ercole. Both are scum, but Ralph was more scum. Beansie was also a mob associate and assisted in laundering money for them. Jack Henry Quaid is an American actor. Richard "Richie" Aprile is played by David Proval. being the Fredo Jr. After a time. "Funhouse" is the 13th episode and season finale of Season 2 of the HBO original series The Sopranos. Matthew was Sean Gismonte's partner-in-crime and an associate in the Soprano crew. It was written by Frank Renzulli, directed by Lee Tamahori and originally aired on January 30, 2000. He is an actor and writer, known for Analyze That (2002), The Sopranos (1999) and Jersey Girl (1992). NYPD Blue (TV Series 1993–2005) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano Lorraine Bracco as Dr. Some fans have argued that he was killed off too soon. Richie also targets Beansie because of what he sees as abandonment. Richie ran over Beansie, but he thought it was due to money owed to him. Van Zandt is known for playing Tony’s friend Silvio Dante on The Sopranos but perhaps more famously as a member of Bruce Springsteen ’s E Street Band, which. was born into North Jersey mafia royalty. Adriana lived her entire life in New Jersey, the daughter of Liz La Cerva and an. Edited. The creator and showrunner has remained as tight-lipped as possible about what actually happened in the final scene of "The Sopranos," though he has let slip that it was a death scene. ”. By Michileen Martin / Oct. Most popular actor on The Sopranos. Oh yeah, she also killed Richie and pushed Ralphie down a flight of stairs. Carmela Soprano (13 Episodes) Jamie-Lynn Sigler. "The Happy Wanderer" is the 6th episode of Season 2 the HBO original series The Sopranos. Toodle-Fucking-Oo: Directed by Lee Tamahori. I know we fuck around and joke a lot here, but let's remember this is a real person. For starters, everything this guy says is fucking hilarious. According to Sopranos; A Family History, Giacomo Michael Aprile, Sr. When this is over your free to go. Season 2, Episode 12: The Knight in White Satin Armor#TonySoprano #TheSopranos #TVShowTony Soprano : [after David begins crying] hey, your not the first guy to get "busted out. Richie was (and remains) arguably my favorite character on The Sopranos, and the role was played to utter perfection by David Proval. Tony eventually became the de facto boss when Jackie died, although he. [2] He was a contender for the role of Tony Soprano in the HBO television series The Sopranos, [3] but was ultimately cast as Jackie Aprile, a recurring character in the show's first season. David Proval launched his acting career with a starring role in Mean Streets (1973), directed by Martin Scorsese, and has been working nonstop ever since. Ercole " Eckley / Boot " DiMeo, was the founder and former longtime Boss of the DiMeo crime family . : Richie's nephew and son of Rosalie Aprile and the late Jackie Aprile, Sr. Are you a fan of The Sopranos? Do you want to know who made the most money on the show? Well, let's talk about David Proval, the actor who played RichieWho do you guys think was the worst actor/actress in sopranos?. The jacket represents being the Don and Richie wanted that appreciation and respect for giving him it to him. Sharon Angela is an American film and television actress, screenwriter, and film director. Gregg Wattenberg. Maureen Van Zandt is known for The Sopranos (1999), The Christmas Chronicles (2018) and Iron Terry Malone. The two absolutely loathe each other, but there’s still glimpses of. He loved the horse; the horse loved him. Dominic Chianese is an American actor, singer, and musician. Burt Gervasi was the final Sopranos crew member to get whacked by one of his own in the series. Full Leather Jacket. First appearances []. Jennifer Melfi Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano Michael Imperioli as Christopher Moltisanti Dominic. The DiMeo Crime Family, more well known as the Soprano Crime Family, is a fictional Italian American Mafia Crime Syndicate based in New Jersey, and the protagonistic group in The Sopranos. Tony angrily tells Richie to stop,. Meadow Soprano (13 Episodes) Robert Iler. The Sopranos follows New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano, and in season 2 Richie Aprile is released from prison and becomes an instant nuisance for Tony. In season 2 of the Sopranos, Riche Aprile (brother of the late boss Jackie Aprile) is released from prison after many years. The. Edie Falco played Carmela on "The Sopranos. The Happy Wanderer: Directed by John Patterson. But what he lacks in stature he more than makes up for in pugnacity. Actress: The Sopranos. James Gandolfini led the series as Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and centered on his life in the New Jersey-based mafia as well as the lives of his family, mafia colleagues and rivals. That crew has seen a variety of capos come and go in the last few years — before Ralph it was Gigi Cestone, and before Gigi it was Richie Aprile — and Vito was loyal to all of them. He has been married to Valerie Silverstein since February 14, 2010. With James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli, Steven Van Zandt. David "Davey" Scatino is the (former) owner of Ramsey Sports and Outdoors and a childhood friend of Tony Soprano and Artie Bucco. Sopranos actor Vinny Vella has died at the age of 72. SOPRANOS BEST AND WORST ACTORS Tier 1: JG (Tony), Edie Falco (Carmela), John Ventimiglia (Artie), Frank Vincent (phil leotardo). You did good,” David Proval, who played Richie Aprile on “The Sopranos” posted to. It was written by Robin Green, Mitchell Burgess and Todd A. Aprile was known to be impulsively violent, callous, irascible,. It is unknown when the Aprile Crew was formed. " Such a simple line might not seem too threatening, but when it comes from a man like Tony Soprano, it takes on a whole new context. Richie had no real claim to shaking down Beansie. ”. The only confirmed death, however, is that of the driver. March 30, 2022 @ 11:16 AM. Actor | The Sopranos Robert Iler was born on March 2, 1985, in New York, New York, USA. The Sopranos (season 4) List of episodes. They both fight dirty, and Richie has tremendous moxie for his size, but I picture it going the way of the Tony v. Where to Watch. com. He took on the role after longtime reputed Boss Ercole 'Eckley' DiMeo was sent to prison in 1995. The crew were known to be involved in construction, drug trafficking, gambling, sports betting and waste management. ago. The film stars Alessandro Nivola, Jon Bernthal, Vera Farmiga, Corey Stoll, Billy Magnussen, Joey Diaz, Michael Gandolfini and Ray Liotta. Dominic Chianese. When he goes to jail, Jackie steps up and runs his crew. Richie died in Season 2, Episode 12, "The. Agent Robyn Sanseverino 10 episodes, 2002-2006 Richard. Raymond "Buffalo Ray" Curto is a supporting character on The Sopranos. Bruce Cusamano Jim. "The Sopranos" All Happy Families (TV Episode 2004) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. By the start of Season 1, DiMeo is in ailing health and is serving a. Season 6. James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano Lorraine Bracco as Dr. 6 Seasons. He is an actor and writer, known for Analyze That (2002), The Sopranos (1999) and Jersey Girl (1992). John Magaro portrays a young Silvio Dante in the 2021 prequel film, The Many Saints of Newark . According to Sopranos; A Family History, Giacomo Michael Aprile, Sr. It was directed by Tim Van Patten and originally aired on September 29, 2002. Junior permits him to raise the matter with capo Albert "Ally Boy" Barese, who is not persuaded. This episode is. With that in mind, we've compiled a list of the show's most despicable characters, ranked from least to most. Steve Schirripa: This put the show on the map. He Is Risen (. David Proval as Richie Aprile; Aida Turturro as Janice Soprano; Nancy Marchand as Livia Soprano; Guest starring. Meadow Soprano Paulie Gualtieri. One of the more unique aspects of "The Sopranos" was the way it killed off its major characters. He is portrayed by actor Tony Lip. Toodle-Fucking-Oo. Noah, who had seemed so supportive of both her, and even poor Caitlin, turns hostile after a setback at. Jamie-Lynn Sigler. Jackie Aprile, Jr. 20, 2020 6:34 am EST. The popularization of the fictional club benefited the real-life go-go bar, Satin Dolls, where. Jackie Aprile Sr. 9. Actor: Repo Man. Schirripa is a producer and host of two Investigation Discovery series: Karma's A B*tech! and Nothing Personal. He is Tony Soprano 's protégé and a member of the DiMeo crime family, rising from associate. Christopher Moltisanti, portrayed by Michael Imperioli, [1] is a fictional character on the HBO TV series The Sopranos. It was quite amazing: here’s this guy Tony Soprano – he’s balding, he’s overweight and he just murdered someone. Giacomo Michael Aprile, Jr. ), an ambitious young upstart and his partner Sean Gismonte (Chris Tardio) decided to throw their lot in with Richie. Barese is a member of the DiMeo/Soprano crime family, and is Capo of the Barese crew. There are 14 confirmed deaths in The Many Saints of Newark. When Janice caps Richie, what does Furio say in Italian after Tony hands him the keys to the Cadillac? Locked post. Per 48 Hours Mystery, The Sopranos actor was rumored to have been hired to watch over Helm's roommate for reasons unknown. It happened in season six (part 2), episode 10 when the war between New Jersey and New. Steven Van Zandt (né Lento; born November 22, 1950), also known as Little Steven or Miami Steve, is an American musician and actor. Celebrated singer Frankie Valli joined Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, who played Bobby Baccalieri, on their podcast, Talking Sopranos, to discuss his history on the show. Case in point; when Richie came to Tony's card game to find Scatino there. He was portrayed by Michael Rispoli in the TV show, and Chase Vacnin in the movie. Michael Imperioli is one hell of an actor, as were most of the main characters in The Sopranos. Prior to acting, Gannascoli was a professional chef. As a matter of fact, on The Sopranos, the deaths were often as dirty and horrifying as those on Game of Thrones. Richie Aprile only appeared in two seasons of The Sopranos but left a lasting mark, thanks to his impulsiveness, lack of remorse, and penchant for violence. Richard Maldone. Alone. Gannascoli Actor | The Sopranos Joseph R. Disclaimer: All copyrights belong to HBO. And he was a friend of Tony’s. Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Meadow Soprano) YouTube/HBO, Rachel Murray/Getty Images.