Silvio Dante Quotes

Silvio Dante delivers some of The Sopranos's most memorable lines. Below are 3 of the best Silvio Dante quotes from The Sopranos, each with the scene or episode where it appears, plus 3 pieces of trivia about the character.

Best Silvio Dante Quotes

"Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!"

— Silvio Dante, Season 1, Episode 1 - The Sopranos (quoting The Godfather III)

"It's anti-Italian discrimination!"

— Silvio Dante, Season 4, Episode 3 - Christopher

"You're a captain now, Christopher. You gotta act like one."

— Silvio Dante, Season 4 - various

Silvio Dante Trivia & Fun Facts

  • Steven Van Zandt, who plays Silvio, is a real-life guitarist and member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band.
  • Silvio's distinctive hairstyle was actually a wig, as Van Zandt wanted a look reminiscent of old-school mob figures.
  • Steven Van Zandt had virtually no acting experience before The Sopranos and was cast after David Chase saw him at a music event.

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