NEW YORK (Reuters) - The fate of brutal North Jersey mob
boss Tony Soprano may have been unclear when HBO's mafia drama
"The Sopranos" ended last year, but his wardrobe is headed for
a certain ending: it's being auctioned for charity.
James Gandolfini, who played Soprano for six seasons over
8-1/2 years, is selling his personal costume wardrobe in a
Christie's pop culture auction in New York on June 25, with all
proceeds going to a charity that helps wounded U.S. troops.
The 24 lots include a bloody outfit worn when Soprano was
shot at the beginning of season six by Uncle Junior in a fit of
dementia, which is estimated to fetch up to $3,000, and his
signature white tank top, light blue striped boxer shorts,
striped short robe and leather scuffs that could make $1,500.
Also up for grabs are a selection of costumes worn by other
"Sopranos" characters, including Junior Soprano, Paulie Walnuts
and A.J. Soprano.
The award-winning HBO series broke new ground for
television: portraying a conflicted man who tries to balance
family life with his Mafia career.
Reuters/Nielsen
