Vince Gill Recalls How an Impersonation Broke the Ice with ‘Sopranos’ Star James Gandolfini
When two icons from completely different worlds collide, something magical or, in this case, hilarious can happen. That’s exactly what occurred when country legend Vince Gill and star James Gandolfini crossed paths during the 2005 CMA Awards. The event, held in New York City, brought together stars from all over the entertainment world, and Gill's quirky personality led to an unforgettable interaction.
For the first and only time, the CMA Awards were moved from Nashville to New York City, setting the stage for this unlikely encounter. Gill was set to present an award that evening, as was Gandolfini. Given the star-studded nature of the event, neither man probably expected much from the other.
But Vince Gill, known not just for his musical talents but for his sense of humor, couldn’t resist trying to make an impression on the famously intense actor.
As Gill stepped up to the microphone, he decided to open with a classic New York-style mobster greeting, delivering a confident "Hey, how you doin’?" in a thick Italian-American accent. Little did Gill know, this seemingly simple act would spark some good-natured confusion in the audience.
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