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Dominic Chianese

Actor Dominic Chianese plays Uncle Junior on the hit HBO series The Sopranos. He been nominated for an Emmy. He had roles in TV shows such as Kojak, Law and Order, and films including Dog Day Afternoon, and The Godfather Part II. At the age of 70, he is now launching a singing career. His new album is called Hits (Madacy Entertainment Group). He brings his guitar to the studio.

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, August 22, 2001: Interview with Dominick Chianese; Review of the the new NSync album, Celebrity.

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