The Sopranos (The Sopranos episode) relieved as if "let out of jail. It was like a reprieve from the governor." "The Sopranos" is the first of only two episodes directed by Chase. The other is the series finale, "Made in America". Although this episode is titled "The Sopranos" on the DVD, Blu-ray and reruns on A&E, it was referred to as "Pilot" when originally aired. During the year-long break between the pilot and the start of the shoot of the rest of the 12 episodes of the season, James Gandolfini gained 60 pounds for the role of Tony and underwent voice coaching. Siberia Federico and
Tony Alvarez (actor) were born in the same town. Alvarez was diagnosed with an AIDS related cancer and died in Sydney at age 40 not far from the Mitchell Street studios where he first shot to fame in "The Young Doctors". Tony Alvarez (actor) Tony Alvarez (19 December 1956 – 21 July 1997) was a Spanish Australian actor and singer, who was born in Velez-Malaga, he was best known for his television roles. in Australia and the US. He is probably best remembered for his ongoing role as Dr Tony Garcia in the long running Australian soap opera "The Young Doctors". He appeared