When exploded in popularity, it seemed like a success story: critical acclaim, awards, cultural impact. But behind the glamour, several cast members say the fame came at a steep price. They talk about lost privacy, typecasting, personal collapse, and the grind of living with a role that became too big to escape.
For many of the actors, the show’s cultural weight became a constant shadow. For instance, Joe Pantoliano, who appeared in as Ralph Cifaretto, said his mental-health issues “almost destroyed” his life.
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