‘The Soprano’s’ Steven Van Zandt Strikes Deal With Paradigm

Steven Van Zandt, who played hitman Silvio Dante in The Sopranos, recently signed with Paradigm to represent him on all fronts except his live performances. This news follows the release of his documentary Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple, which premiered on Max in June.

The two-and-half-hour film showcased Steven’s career run as a singer-songwriter, a producer, an actor, and much more, with exclusive interviews from the likes of Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen. The Bill Teck-directed project received a Grammy nomination for Best Music Film.

Steven Van Zandt’s career after ‘The Sopranos’

One of Steven’s most notable projects after The Sopranos was the three-season Netflix series Lilyhammer. The 74-year-old played multiple roles in the series’ creation, including acting, writing, executive producing, and music supervisor. Lilyhammer became a fan favorite but was canceled in 2014 due to financial constraints.

Steven made appearances in more films and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as Lilyhammer concluded in 2014. He debuted his first book, Unrequited Infatuations, in 2021, and it instantly became a New York Times Bestseller. The memoir explored his personal and professional life, including his relationship with Springsteen.

What is Steven Van Zandt up to?

Steven’s new deal with Paradigm marks further expansion for his career and evidence that he is not quitting anytime soon. He is currently collaborating with Springsteen and the E Street Band ahead of the remainder of their tour after the guitarist recovers from peptic ulcer and voice problems.

Steven admitted the tour has been their most intense yet; however, they are considering making it an annual event. He admitted that Bruce’s lengthy three-hour shows took a toll on him, so he joined the gym and has been working out every day. Fame aside, Steven is a thriving family man with his wife and Sopranos costar Maureen Santoro, and they do not share any kids.