James Gandolfini's Son Michael Sets the Record Straight on the Possibility of aSopranosPrequel Series

Mar. 15, 2025

James Gandolfini in ‘The Sopranos’ (left) and Michael Gandolfini at the ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ event in February 2025.Photo:Anthony Neste/Hbo/Kobal/Shutterstock; Mike Coppola/Getty

Anthony Neste/Hbo/Kobal/Shutterstock; Mike Coppola/Getty

WillMichael Gandolfinicontinue his father,James Gandolfini’sSopranoslegacy?

TheDaredevil: Born Againactor, 25, weighed in on a potential prequel series where he would reprise his role as a young Tony Soprano, who his father famously portrayed for six seasons on the HBO show.

“Look, it’s David’s universe,” he toldEntertainment Tonight, referring to the show’s creator, David Chase. “It’s up to David, ultimately. I know that David’s working on some other things, notSopranosrelated, which would be exciting.”

Actor James Gandolfini (R), wife Deborah Lin (L) and son Michael Gandolfini attend the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival opening night premiere after party for “Shrek Forever After” at the MOMA on April 21, 2010 in New York City.Andrew H. Walker/Getty

Andrew H. Walker/Getty

Though Michael would “love” to work with the producer again, he confessed, “I think Tony’s probably set to rest now for good.” While he acknowledges that anything could happen, “my guess would be, that character [has] now closed the book.”

“I’m so honored that I got to be a part of that story,” Michael added, referencing his role inThe Many Saints of Newark.“I got to be a small part of that huge world, and like, that is one of the greatest gifts that has ever really been a part of my career. So I’m grateful for it, and I’m ready to move on and be a new thing.”

The Sopranosfollowed the life of Tony Soprano, a New Jersey mob boss, as he dealt with personal and professional issues in his home and business. It ran for six seasons before ending in 2007.

James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano, Michael Imperioli as Christopher Moltisanti, Tony Sirico as Paulie “Walnuts” Gualtieri and Steve Van Zandt as Silvio Dante in ‘The Sopranos’ (2005).Hbo/Kobal/Shutterstock

Hbo/Kobal/Shutterstock

The role scored James one Golden Globe Award, threeSAG awardsand three Emmys. Hedied of a heart attackin 2013 at the age of 51.

Michael has previously stepped into Tony Soprano’s shoes. In 2021, the actor starred as a younger version of his father’s iconic character in a prequel movie titledThe Many Saints of Newark.

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“I’m thrilled that I am going to have the opportunity to work with David Chase and the incredible company of talent he has assembled,” Michael added of the series creator.

source: people.com