Since joining the cast of ABC syrupy family drama “The Secret Life of American Youth, the” former “Sopranos” star Steve Schirripa, the fans has been substantially changed.
“Instead of fat Italian guys with cigars, I have now recognized by 14 years,” Schirripa said the Daily News Friday. “Leaving” The Sopranos “, which was the greatest experience ever, everyone wants the popular support in every film, but the problem with this is never as good as” The Sopranos. “If they [ 'Secret Life'] I found it immediately.”
In addition to his role as butcher Leo Boykewich on “Secret Life” Schirripa initiating host a concert in the new NBC reality series about poker “Ace Face” on Saturday, August 9 at 1
“Ace Face” with the fans, the requirements for the chance to face to face with a professional poker player – including Gavin Smith, Patrik Antonius and Jennifer Harman – for a chance to win up to $ 1 million (the pros play for a good cause).
“All participants of the fair, only in fear of the professionals. It is as if Batting against your favorite player in the Major Leagues,” said Schirripa. “And for viewers at home, you’re not a poker fan to enjoy this show. It’s just good fun.”
Schirripa, who as director of entertainment for a Las Vegas hotel, was the game long enough to know that the cards could fall either way, but on the last hole, if you do not think.
“I am not a great player, but I know that if you play poker, you should be smart,” he said. “It’s not like blackjack, where the drink, which is 3 clock in the morning and ready to play with your friends. Poker game is an intelligent man.”
As part of their housing rights, Schirripa help players decide whether they want to run with the beginning of their earnings, or pushing his luck in the millions.
“Everything depends on your situation in life – $ 40,000 can change your life, but some people are,” says the actor, “thinking,” I have nothing here, and I’m good with the house and I let the absolute madness nothing. ”
Schirripa is enjoying his new TV people like the father, and S-game show host, and hopes to continue his career.
“If you have too much stuff with your mobile phone, a caricature,” he said. “I’ve never really half, unpleasant sort. Maybe one day I will play someone that order.”