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Uncle Junior's Newark Home On 'The Sopranos' Re-Listed At Slightly Higher Price With New Photos Uncle Junior's Newark Home On 'The Sopranos' Re-Listed At Slightly Higher Price With New Photos
Uncle Junior's Newark Home On 'The Sopranos' Re-Listed At Slightly Higher Price With New Photos A New Jersey home featured in some epic episodes of "The Sopranos" is back n the market. The home at 480 Highland Ave., in Newark was that of Corrado John “Junior” Soprano Jr., or Uncle Junior, in the hit HBO series. Courtesy of Maikol Puebla Courtesy of Maikol Puebla The 3,000-square-foot property features four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car driveway and a 2-car garage.  The house was made famous by the first episode of season six. You might remember it by this line: "I'm halfway to China! There's nothing here!" That was Tony digging in the garden outside, looking for hi…
Get Paid To Be Extra As Club-Goer On HBO Show 'BOSS' Get Paid To Be Extra As Club-Goer On HBO Show 'BOSS'
Get Paid To Be Extra As Club-Goer On HBO Show 'Boss' Get paid to party! Well, sort of. The producers of the HBO show "BOSS" are seeking extras to play club-goers in an upcoming episode. The show is specifically seeking both "hip and eccentric" and "attractive and stylish" club-goers for the scene, which may include atmospheric smoke, strobe lights and loud music. Filming will be in New York City on Dec. 6. Click here for rates and how to apply.
Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Pat Pespas Found Safe After Missing For Month Across NJ, PA Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Pat Pespas Found Safe After Missing For Month Across NJ, PA
Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Pat Pespas Found Safe After Missing For Month Across NJ, PA Patrick J. Pespas, who starred in HBO's "Telemarketers," has been found safe. Pespas, 55, of Phillipsburg, has been found safe and was home with his wife, Sue, directors Sam Lipman-Stern and Adam Bhala Lough said on Pespas' Instagram account Friday, Oct. 27. Pespas had been missing since Sept. 29, when he was seen in Easton, PA, and later at a bar in the Pittsburg area. Pespas, formerly of North Plainfield and Plainfield, NJ, has been living with his wife in Easton, PA.  He teamed up with Lipman-Stern to create the three-part HBO mini docu-series "Telemarketers," which shined a …
NJ's Patrick J. Pespas, Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Reported Missing NJ's Patrick J. Pespas, Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Reported Missing
NJ's Patrick J. Pespas, Star Of HBO's 'Telemarketers' Reported Missing Patrick J. Pespas, who starred in HBO's "Telemarketers," has been missing for days, those who know him say. Pespas, 55, of Phillipsburg, was last seen in the Easton, PA area around 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29, according to directors Sam Lipman-Stern and Adam Bhala Lough Pespas, formerly of North Plainfield and Plainfield, teamed up with Lipman-Stern to create the three-part HBO mini docu-series "Telemarketers," which shined a light on the truth about the telemarketing industry. It premiered in August. Bhala Lough said on Sunday, Oct. 1 Pespas may have been spotted at a bar in Pittsburgh. …
North Jersey's Barbie Ferreira Pays Tribute To 'Euphoria' Co-Star Angus Cloud North Jersey's Barbie Ferreira Pays Tribute To 'Euphoria' Co-Star Angus Cloud
North Jersey's Barbie Ferreira Pays Tribute To 'Euphoria' Co-Star Angus Cloud Barbie Ferreira, a Hackensack native, is honoring Angus Cloud, her co-star on "Euphoria" who died on Monday, July 31 at the age of 25. While no cause of death has been revealed, Cloud's family said he was struggling following the death of his father. View this post on Instagram A post shared by barbie ferreira (@barbieferreira) Ferreira's post has received more than 1.3 million likes since she posted it on Tuesday, August 1. In an Instagram story, Ferreira, who played Kat Hernandez on the popular HBO show, posted a photo featuring the two of…
'Sopranos' Actors Create Their Own Menu Items At This Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Sopranos' Actors Create Their Own Menu Items At This Jersey Shore Restaurant
'Sopranos' Actors Create Their Own Menu Items At This Jersey Shore Restaurant Their motto isn't "Where 'The Sopranos' Eat At The Shore" for nothing. Yet another actor from the hit HBO show stopped by Chico & Sons in Northfield this week. This time, it was Dan Grimaldi — aka, Patsy Parisi. Karl Kulakowski purchased the Tilton Road restaurant in 2020, and invites actors from "The Sopranos" to stop by and make their own sandwiches or entrees. Their creations get a spot on the menu. Karl Kulakowski, left, and "The Sopranos" actors.Chico & Sons So far, the menu at Chico & Sons boasts The Sister Janice, The Big P, The Eugene, The Johnny Sack, The Vito, To…
That Wasn't Really Teterboro Airport On HBO's 'Succession' That Wasn't Really Teterboro Airport On HBO's 'Succession'
That Wasn't Really Teterboro Airport On HBO's 'Succession' Is your jaw still on the floor from that "Succession" twist? Well get ready to be stunned again: That wasn't actually Teterboro Airport. The hit HBO show — much of which occurs in New Jersey — follows a feuding family attempting to gain control of a massive corporation and it features plenty of back stabbing and duplicity. Who knew it also applied to airports? The show's Sunday, April 9 episode used the popular Bergen County airport as a key plot point for more scheming and skullduggery: The scenes at Teterboro Airport were actually shot at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, accord…
Barbie Ferreira On 'Torturous' Bergen County Teen Years, Why She Left 'Euphoria' Barbie Ferreira On 'Torturous' Bergen County Teen Years, Why She Left 'Euphoria'
Barbie Ferreira On 'Torturous' Bergen County Teen Years, Why She Left 'Euphoria' A 26-year-old model and actress who got her start in Bergen County is sharing her story on a popular podcast for celebs — oh, and giving "Euphoria" fans the answer they've been waiting for. Barbie Ferreira — who played Kat Hernandez on the HBO show — tells "Armchair Expert" hosts Dax Shepard and Monica Padman on the Monday, April 3 episode why she left: View this post on Instagram A post shared by barbie ferreira (@barbieferreira) "I didn't want to be the fat best friend." Further, Ferreira said her departure before the third season was a m…
HBO's 'Succession' Seeks Extras To Play Socialites In NYC Shoot HBO's 'Succession' Seeks Extras To Play Socialites In NYC Shoot
HBO's 'Succession' Seeks Extras To Play Socialites In NYC Shoot The popular HBO show 'Succession' is seeking to cast extras for a shoot scheduled in New York City early next year, according to a post on Backstage. The production company is seeking people to portray Upscale Event Attendees with high upscale attire and look, as well as for people who can portray themselves as socialites, the Backstage ad continues.  Currently, the production company is looking for the extras who are available to shoot in the time frame of January 9-24, 2023.  The production company will pay a $165 flat rate for around 10 hours of work. Those who have worked alr…
HBO Drag Queen Series To Film Across North Jersey HBO Drag Queen Series To Film Across North Jersey
HBO Drag Queen Series To Film Across North Jersey An HBO series featuring a trio of the country’s most up-and-coming drag queens is set to film across North Jersey, NJ.com reports. ‘We’re Here,’ an hourlong series that debuted in 2020, is filming its third season’s final episode in Warren and Sussex Counties — specifically, in Washington, Hopatcong, Sussex, and Vernon, the outlet says. Created by Johnnie Ingram and Steve Warren, the two-time Emmy winning show depicts Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara, and Shangela Laquifa Wadley as they “inspire and teach their own ‘drag daughters’ to step outside their comfort zone for a night of no-hold…
Feds Bust NJ YouTuber In Multi-Million-Dollar TV Pirating Ring Feds Bust NJ YouTuber In Multi-Million-Dollar TV Pirating Ring
Feds Bust NJ YouTuber In Multi-Million-Dollar TV Pirating Ring A self-proclaimed South Jersey “influencer” who live-streamed his arrest by federal authorities was charged with running one of the largest-ever illegal TV pirating rings. Bill Omar Carrasquillo – aka “Omi in a Hellcat” -- has insisted that he amassed a $30 million fortune, a stockpile of more than 50 vehicles and dozens of properties through a construction company and as a landlord. Federal authorities, however, say that Carrasquillo, 35, of the Gloucester town of Swedesboro, and partners Jesse Gonzales, 42, of Pico Rivera, CA, and Michael Barone, 36, of Queens, NY, offered subscribers all…
No Doubt He Created A Most Memorable Villain: Michael K. Williams Of 'The Wire' Dies No Doubt He Created A Most Memorable Villain: Michael K. Williams Of 'The Wire' Dies
No Doubt He Created A Most Memorable Villain: Michael K. Williams Of 'The Wire' Dies TRIBUTE: Even if you don't instantly recognize the name, you no doubt recall the cigarette, the long coat and the shotgun -- or his character's motto: "It's all in the game, yo." Actor Michael Kenneth Williams, best known for portraying the Robin Hood-like criminal Omar Little on the cable show "The Wire," was found dead Monday at his Brooklyn penthouse. He was 54. “It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Emmy nominated actor Michael Kenneth Williams," a representative said. "They ask for your privacy while grieving this unsurmountable loss." Tributes poured in as …
North Jersey Native Stars In Newly Released Movie 'From The Vine' North Jersey Native Stars In Newly Released Movie 'From The Vine'
North Jersey Native Stars In Newly Released Movie 'From The Vine' A North Jersey native who won an Emmy for his role in "The Sopranos" is the lead in a new movie released this week. "From The Vine" -- out Friday, Oct. 9 -- stars Joe Pantoliano, who was born in Hoboken and raised in Cliffside Park. You may recognize Pantoliano from his role as Ralph Cifaretto on HBO's "The Sopranos," which won him the an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. He also appeared in "The Matrix," "The Goonies," "Bad Boys" and more. Directed by Sean Cisterna, "From The Vine" follows Pantoliano as downtrodden Marco Gentile, who returns to his hometown in …