The iconic Pine Barrens episode left fans of The Sopranos puzzled for years—what really happened to the elusive Russian, Valerie? From David Chase’s cryptic comments about boy scouts and brain surgery to scrapped plans of a dramatic Season 6 cameo, the fate of the Russian has sparked endless debate. Let’s uncover the behind-the-scenes decisions and theories that shaped one of TV’s greatest mysteries—watch the video to find out more!