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- Birthday: 1999-05-10
- Born Place: New York, New York
Michael Gandolfini
Michael Gandolfini is an American actor born on May 10, 1999, in New York City. He is the son of the late actor James Gandolfini, best known for his role as Tony Soprano in The Sopranos, and producer Marcy Wudarski. Growing up, Michael developed an interest in acting, though his father initially discouraged him from pursuing it, suggesting he consider directing instead . After his father's untimely death in 2013, Michael decided to follow his passion for acting. He attended New York University and began his career with roles in Ocean's 8 (2018) and HBO's The Deuce (2018–2019). Michael gained significant recognition for portraying a young Tony Soprano in the 2021 prequel film The Many Saints of Newark. This role was particularly poignant, as it allowed him to honor his father's legacy while stepping into the shoes of a character his father made iconic . He has since appeared in films such as Cherry (2021), Beau Is Afraid (2023), and Landscape with Invisible Hand (2023), and is set to star in the upcoming Bob Marley: One Love biopic . In addition to his film work, Michael has been cast in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series Daredevil: Born Again as Daniel Blake . He continues to build a diverse and promising career in the entertainment industry.
