Early Life and Passion for Acting
Andrea Donna de Matteo, born on January 19, 1972, in Whitestone, Queens, New York City, found her calling in the world of acting early on. Raised in a Catholic family of Italian descent, de Matteo pursued her passion for the arts by studying film production at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and honing her acting skills at the renowned HB Studio.
Breakthrough Role on The Sopranos and Award-Winning Performance
De Matteo's big break came with her role as Adriana La Cerva on the acclaimed HBO series The Sopranos. Her portrayal earned her critical acclaim, including the prestigious Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2004.
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