“That’s how I knew they were the next guy”: ‘The Sopranos’ Star Edie Falco’s Crippling Addiction Forced Her to Adopt a Disturbing Trend in Choosing Boyfriends

The Sopranos was a thrilling experience and one of those shows that changed the television landscape with its powerful storytelling. It featured Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano, a role that made her one of the most revered actors.
Edie Falco in The Sopranos | HBO
But behind the scenes, Falco’s journey was full of struggles, as she grappled with addiction and mental health problems. But she proved that even in the darkest moments, change is possible, and here’s how!
Edie Falco from The Sopranos battled with alcoholism Edie Falco in The Sopranos | HBO
Edie Falco has won multiple Emmys for her portrayal of Carmela Soprano in The Sopranos but success didn’t come easy to her as her battle with alcoholism began in her college years. She discovered that drinking helped suppress her shyness, and spoke more about what led to her addiction in an interview with The Guardian.
Edie Falco in The Sopranos | HBO
But behind the scenes, Falco’s journey was full of struggles, as she grappled with addiction and mental health problems. But she proved that even in the darkest moments, change is possible, and here’s how!
Edie Falco from The Sopranos battled with alcoholism Edie Falco in The Sopranos | HBO
Edie Falco has won multiple Emmys for her portrayal of Carmela Soprano in The Sopranos but success didn’t come easy to her as her battle with alcoholism began in her college years. She discovered that drinking helped suppress her shyness, and spoke more about what led to her addiction in an interview with The Guardian.
- 2/14/2025
- by Sonika Kamble
- FandomWire
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