James Gandolfini dies on vacation in Italy

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A guitarist of the famous American musician and singer Bruce Springsteen, one of the main actors of "The Sopranos" TV series, commented on the death of James Gandolfini, stating that he had lost brother, reports Billboard.

"I lost a brother a best friend," - wrote Steven Van Zandt on Facebook - "The world has lost one of the greatest actors of all time. Maureen and I send our deepest sympathy and love to Deborah, Michael, Lily, and all of Jimmy's family."

James Gandolfini, best known for the title role in "The Sopranos" and roles in movies such as "True Love," "The Last Castle," "Welcome to the Rileys" and others, died Wednesday while on vacation in Italy.