Anthony LaPaglia: ‘There is not a role I didn’t get that I ever gave more than four hours of grievance to - even Tony Soprano’

Actor Anthony LaPaglia discusses his career, his pragmatic approach to rejection, and his recent memoir in a wide-ranging interview. He reflects on his experiences in television and his decision to leave the US.
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Provides cultural insight into the entertainment industry and the personal perspectives of a veteran actor.
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