Dominic Chianese Quotes

A collection of quotes by Dominic Chianese.

Dominic Chianese is an American actor, best known for his roles in television and film. He was born on February 24, 1931, in The Bronx, New York City, USA. Chianese began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in various stage productions and off-Broadway plays. He made his film debut in 1972 with "Fuzz." However, he gained widespread recognition for his role as Corrado "Junior" Soprano in the critically acclaimed TV series "The Sopranos" (1999-2007). Chianese's portrayal of Junior earned him several award nominations and established him as a respected actor in the industry.

Before "The Sopranos," Chianese had already made notable appearances in films such as "The Godfather Part II" (1974) and "Dog Day Afternoon" (1975). He continued to work in both television and film after "The Sopranos," appearing in shows like "Boardwalk Empire" and "The Good Wife," as well as movies like "Unfaithful" (2002) and "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" (2013).

Beyond his acting career, Chianese is also a talented singer. He released two albums featuring Italian folk songs, showcasing his love for music. With his distinguished presence and versatile acting abilities, Dominic Chianese has left a lasting impact on both the big and small screens, becoming a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Uncle Junior is a criminal, which makes him a villain, so it

Uncle Junior is a criminal, which makes him a villain, so it makes people want to watch him. My whole life as an actor has been preparing for something like this.

Dominic Chianese

Life People Villain

The anger that Uncle Junior has comes from my background. My

The anger that Uncle Junior has comes from my background. My father was the son of an Italian immigrant, and I've seen the fire of the Italian temperament. It can be explosive sometimes in ways that are both funny and tragic.

Dominic Chianese

Anger