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Jason Cerbone
Jason Cerbone of "The Sopranos"

May 13, 2001

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Yayanne: What have been some of the cool perks to being on "The Sopranos?"

Jason Cerbone: I get great feedback from our fans. The work that I do on the show is really rewarding in that sense. I also get to go to cool parties and meet a lot of actors and actresses who've made an impact and influenced me in my dream to be an actor.

Giggle Girl: What does Jackie Jr. see in Meadow?

Jason Cerbone: She's very pretty. He's known her since they were kids, and I think he feels like he has something in common with her. I think there's also a part of him that has this idea that this might help keep him close to Tony, but I think it's a mixture of both liking her and thinking it's a smart move.

Parodeis: Who are your favorite actors?

Jason Cerbone: Robert De Niro, Ed Norton, and Al Pacino.

Jilly Bean: If you weren't an actor, what would you want to do for a career?

Jason Cerbone: I originally went to school to be a physical therapist, although the interest fading out. Right now, I'm the happiest that I think I could be doing what I'm doing, and so I hope that I won't have to make any career changes. I hope I can keep living out my dream.

Paper Tiger: Read any interesting books lately?

Jason Cerbone: I haven't, actually. Mostly scripts these days. I guess you could say that's close. I actually enjoy reading scripts more than books, because you get to explore different characters a lot closer.

Bnl Bliss: Name one thing you'd like to do during your life that you have yet to do?

Jason Cerbone: I would love to visit Europe. I really want to go to Italy and see where my ancestors are from. I want to visit all the beautiful places that I've heard my grandparents talk about.

Daisy: Do you guys actually eat all that food?

Jason Cerbone: Yes we do. We eat a lot on the set of "The Sopranos." If we're not eating during a scene, which will really get you stuffed if you have to eat straight for ten takes in a row, then we are constantly eating off the set. There's always food around.

Blabber Mouth: In your opinion, what is the most important theme in the show?

Jason Cerbone: Family. I think that the show's actual theme, at least one of theme is this man's, Tony Soprano, struggle with everyday life. Although his problems may seem a lot larger or more dramatic than ours, we can relate to their theme.

Ruby Lips: What are your plans for the off-season?

Jason Cerbone: Right now, I'm keeping busy with publicity for the show, and I'm looking for other jobs in the meantime, as well as relaxing and enjoying all of the episodes and response from the fans.

Duo Pen Ultimate: You said you were a major movie buff, so what are your favorite movies?

Jason Cerbone: I like "The Godfather," of course. I really enjoyed "American History X," particularly because of the performances given in the film, and not so much for its negative theme. I also like action movies, like "Lethal Weapon."

Trixie: Where is your favorite place in NY?

Jason Cerbone: I like the lower West Side the best, probably. There are a lot of cool restaurants and places to hang out.

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