James Gandolfini, the beloved Tony Soprano, struggled with the immense emotional and physical toll of playing the complex mob boss, often contemplating quitting the role due to the demanding hours and heavy scenes. During a recent roundtable reunion, creator David Chase and co-star Steve Van Zandt shared how Gandolfini, despite his undeniable success, wrestled daily with the intensity of the character and the long hours required on set. Let’s watch the video to hear more about the challenges he faced.