“Sopranos” star Joe Pantoliano is the latest celebrity considering a move overseas. Speaking at the premiere of “Tucci in Italy” earlier this week, the 73-year-old actor told Page Six that he feels increasingly uneasy about the direction of the country and has a strong urge to escape it all.
With more than 150 acting credits to his name, Pantoliano admitted that the current political climate has made it hard for him to stay focused on his work, as the news from the administration continues to weigh heavily on him.
“It’s hard for me to think about people’s bulls–t like making a TV show,” he explained. “The world is on fire, it’s hard for me to concentrate.”
Pantoliano revealed that he and his wife, Nancy Sheppard, recently returned from a trip to Portugal and are now considering relocating there. His wife is amake-up artist and former model, best known for her work in films like Amazing Stories (1985), End of the Line (1987), and Shelter (1998). She has been married to actor Joe Pantoliano since February 18, 1994. The couple has three children.
We just got back,” he told Page Six. “We really love it there,” though he expressed concern about the 18-hour power blackout that hit Spain and Portugal last month.
He shared that they had recently returned from Portugal and expressed how much they enjoyed their time there, although he did voice concern about the 18-hour power blackout that affected both Spain and Portugal last month.
“They just got hit with a cyber attack,” he said. “and I think that’s just a rehearsal for what will happen here.”
Recently, several celebrities have chosen to leave the United States, citing political unrest, personal well-being, or a desire for greater privacy. Rosie O’Donnell moved to Ireland with her youngest child, while Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi relocated to the Cotswolds in England. Courtney Love announced plans to permanently settle in the UK, and Eva Longoria now divides her time between Spain and Mexico. Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra Silva moved to Spain, and Sophie Turner returned to the UK with her children. Suits star Gabriel Macht relocated with his family to an undisclosed location, seeking a more private life, and Pamela Anderson has made her return to Canada permanent, settling on Vancouver Island.
Joe Pantoliano is an American actor known for his dynamic performances in film and television. He is often portraying edgy, neurotic, or morally complex characters. Born on September 12, 1951, in Hoboken, New Jersey, Pantoliano began his acting career in the 1970s. He gained early attention in films like Risky Business (1983) and The Goonies (1985), before earning acclaim for standout performances in Midnight Run (1988), The Fugitive (1993), and Memento (2000). He is perhaps best known to television audiences for his Emmy-winning role as the volatile Ralph Cifaretto on HBO’s The Sopranos.
The actor is affectionately known as “Joey Pants.” He has appeared in over 150 film and television projects. His diverse resume includes The Matrix, Bad Boys, and Bound, showcasing his range across action, drama, and comedy. In addition to acting, he is an author and mental health advocate, having spoken publicly about his struggles with clinical depression.
