The Sopranos Guest Star Recalls Accidentally Being Hit With Real Pipe During Filming

Chris Diamantopoulos describes an on-set mishap with late actor Tony Sirico while filming a scene as part of the iconic series' final season.

Chris Diamantopoulos, who appeared in a 2006 episode of The Sopranos, shared that Tony Sirico accidentally struck him with a real lead pipe during filming.
The scene involved Sirico's character, Paulie Walnuts, enacting retribution on Diamantopoulos' character, Jason Barone, with a pipe, but the wrong prop was used initially.
Diamantopoulos humorously referred to the incident as a 'rite of passage' for being part of the acclaimed series.
Tony Sirico, who passed away in 2022, was remembered for his unique contributions to The Sopranos, with creator David Chase praising his ability to make every line his own.
The Sopranos, which aired from 1999 to 2007, remains a cultural touchstone, with its finale and legacy continuing to spark discussion nearly two decades later.