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Capo Franks Interview with Joe Gannascoli
 

Thanks to the help of those telephone calling cards Silvio Dante procured,   CapoFrank was fortunate to have the pleasure of doing an interview with Joe.   Joe, who was at an undisclosed location, happily answered some questions regarding his role as Gino/Vito in the Sopranos.   I loved interviewing Joe, he has such a great sense of humor.

 

How did you feel when you were chosen to whack Jackie, Jr.?

 Blessed.

 Joe, How did you come up with the "on-cat's-feet" cadence to your walk, when you were sneaking up behind Jackie Jr.?

 Years of Ballet.

 How did you get your first break in acting?

 By a fellow waiter, Tim Kelleher, who put me in a play

 Who is your favorite person to work with on the show?

 Gigi.

 Was there a lot of laughter when Gigi met his demise on the commode?

 Yes, from everybody but him

 Which actors/actresses would you most like to work on a film with?

 Popeye.

 Where did he grow up and did he have experiences with "connected guys" growing up...and if so, can he talk about any of them?

 I grew up with mostly interior designers, florists, choreographers, and killers

 Joe, is there one desire you’d like to see Chase take the show in?  If so, what is it?

 Change the name to 'The Spatafore’s'.

 Where would you like your character to go next season?

 Caribbean with Adriana.

 Are you worried about being type cast because of your work on the Sopranos?

I’m just worried about being cast.

 Did you enjoy working with Bruno de Almeida?

Very Much.