The Sopranos Cast: Then And Now

In 1999, the world was introduced to arguably the best TV show ever made .The series was a huge success, with the acting, writing, dialogue and cast holding us captivated with each episode that aired. Wonder where the brilliant actors are today? Let’s take a look at what they are up to.

Tony Soprano as James Gandolfini-Then

‘The Sopranos’ absolutely blew the roof off with the ratings, causing James Gandolfini  to become a star. Before ‘The Sopranos’ took to HBO, Gandolfini had played memorable tough guys in films such as ‘Get Shorty’ and ‘True Romance.’

Tony Soprano as James Gandolfini-Now

Fans were devastated by the news that Gandolfini died suddenly of a heart attack in 2013 at the age of 51 while vacationing in Rome. His death shook Hollywood and thousands paid tribute. Before he passed away, he had appeared in many critically acclaimed films such as ‘Zero Dark Thirty’ and ‘Enough Said.’ His last credit is for a film called ‘The Drop,’ slated to open later in 2014.

Jamie-Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano-Then

Beginning her acting and singing career at the age of seven, Jamie-Lynn Sigler was a born star, and cast as Meadow Soprano at just 18. In the earlier seasons, Meadow was an intelligent yet somewhat troubled teen. However, as the show rolled on she grew into a young woman who learned the consequences of life — often firsthand, given her father’s “business.”

Jamie-Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano-Now

Life post-‘Sopranos’ has been successful for Sigler, who guest starred on 13 episodes of HBO’s ‘Entourage’ and five episodes of ‘Ugly Betty.’ She also starred on the short-lived TV series ‘Guys with Kids.’ In August 2013, she and husband Cutter Dykstra welcomed a baby boy. She continues to act starring in smaller roles, but note worthy never the less and is a well known name in Hollywood.