Film Producer, Marcy Wudarski is well-known as the celebrity ex-wife of James Gandolfini. Her ex-husband James has won 3 Emmy Awards and is well-known for his role as Tony Soprano, the Italian-American crime boss in HBO's television series The Sopranos.
Caption: Marcy Wudarski with her late ex-husband James Gandolfini (Photo: Daily Mail) |
When was Marcy Wudarski Born?
On 6th February 1967, Marcy Wudarski was born to American parents in the United States of America. She was born and raised in her hometown of Hudson.
Marcy is of Caucasian ethnicity, having American nationality. Likewise, she has blonde colored hair with hazel eyes color.
Marcy Wudarski Parents Death
Sadly, Marcy, both parents passed away. However, Wudarski is the daughter of parents Edward B. Wudarski (father) and mother Mary Ann Wudarski. Her parents were Pennsylvania natives. Her father Edward died on 23rd March in1986 just 6 days after his 66th birthday who was born in March 1920.
Also, Edward was a former Army lieutenant colonel and a retired comptroller for the Department of the Army in Washington. Likewise, he was an Army veteran of World War 2 and the Korean War. Sadly, Marcy’s mother Mary passed away on 19th October 1998, in Hudson, Pasco. At the age of 67, she died.
Is Marcy Wudarski Married?
Marcy Wudarski isn't married and is single at present. After marrying James Gandolfini, Marcy Wudarski came into the spotlight as a celebrity wife. They tied the wedding knot in a private ceremony in March 1999. Her ex-husband Gandolfini, was an American actor.
Caption: Marcy Wudarski with her late ex-spouse James Gandolfini (Photo: Latest Celeb) |
But the duo didn't mention when and how their love or affairs started. Also, the duo became the parents of a kid. Initially, their married life seems perfect, however, ended their married life. In the year 2002, James unanticipatedly filed for divorce.
Real Reason for Marcy Wudarski Divorce with Husband
During their marriage, Marcy Wudarski stated he struggled with drug and alcohol addictions. A 2013 book by Brett Martin, Difficult Men: Behind the Scenes of a Creative Revolution, summarized these allegations by writing,
"Gandolfini's wife described increasingly serious issues with drugs and alcohol, as well as arguments during which the actor would repeatedly punch himself in the face out of frustration."
Caption: Marcy Wudarski with her late ex-hubby James Gandolfini (Photo: popularnetworth) |
During their bitter divorce battle in 2002, Gandolfini's rep refuted Wudarski's claims describing her allegations as the
"ramblings of a disgruntled ex-wife apparently looking for a payday," per The Telegraph. The publicist also said the New Jersey native's battle with drugs and alcohol "was a problem that existed in the past."
But the duo's marriage came to end after they could handle conflicts or problems. After living only 3 years as spouses, they ended their married life with divorce in the year December 2002.
Divorce Settlement Between Marcy & James
Their divorce was finalized in December 2002. She remained in the $2 million West Village duplex after their divorce was finalized. At the time, their son was three years old and continued to live with his mother.
Caption: Marcy Wudarski with her ex-hubby James Gandolfini & their son Michael (Photo: Getty Images) |
James later bought a house in the nearby Tribeca neighborhood. Although they were initially involved in a lot of tension, their separation appears to have been amicable.
Who is Marcy Wudarski Son?
From her married life with James, she was blessed with a son. Marcy's son's name is Michael Gandolfini born on May 10, 1999, in New York. Michael followed in her father's footsteps and became an actor. In the year 2018, he made his film debut in Ocean's 8.
Caption: Marcy Wudarski with her son Michael (Photo: Getty Images) |
Then he played the role of Tony Soprano, the role originated by his late father James Gandolfini, in The Many Saints of Newark in 2021, a prequel film to The Sopranos. This celebrity son Michael is an emerging actor with limited acting credits.
Marcy Wudarski Ex-Husband Affairs & Relationship
After his divorce from Marcy, James started a relationship with Lora Somoza in 2004. The duo was also engaged but called off their relationship and broke up in the year 2005. Then he fell in love with Deborah Lin and they married in the year 2008.
Caption: Wudarski's ex-husband James Gandolfini with his 2nd wife Deborah Lin (Photo: Zimbio) |
From their married life, they became parents of a daughter Liliana Ruth Gandolfini born in the year 2012. Unfortunately, their married life ended after James' death in the year 2013.
Death of Marcy Wudarski Ex-husband James Gandolfini
Marcy's ex-husband James Gandolfini passed away on June 19, 2013. At the age of 51, he suddenly died in Rome, Italy. Marcy and James' son Michael discovered him unconscious at around 10 p.m. on the bathroom floor at the Boscolo Exedra Hotel. At 10:40 p.m. James arrived at the hospital but was pronounced dead 20 minutes later. As per autopsy reports, Gandolfini died of a heart attack.
Caption: Black & While picture of Wudarski's ex-husband James Gandolfini (Photo: GQ) |
Then news of his death spread all over the world and thousands of people pay tribute to Gandolfini. On June 24th, 2013, his body was returned to the United States but his funeral service was held on June 27, 2013, at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York City. James was cremated, with his ashes given to his family.
Attended At Her Ex-Husband Michael Gandolfini’s Funeral
For much of their marriage, Marcy and James did not have a good relationship, but for the sake of their son, they maintained a good relationship.
A tragic accident took James' life on 19th June 2013 in Rome. At the time of his death, he was 51 years old. Marcy was also seen mourning his passing in New York after his passing.
What is Marcy Wudarski's Net Worth?
She has surely earned a decent sum of money from her career. Working as a producer, she has earned a handsome sum of salary. As per reports, Marcy Wudarski has an estimated net worth of around $500, thousand.
Caption: Wudarski's ex-husband James Gandolfini sitting inside the car (Photo: HotCars) |
According to celebrity net worth, her ex-husband James Gandolfini had a net worth of $70 million at the time of her death. As per reports, he left his huge worth for his son and daughter.
Details on Marcy Wudarski Career
According to reports, Marcy has worked as a film producer. As an executive producer, she has only one acting credit. She worked in Wish You Were Here back in 2013.
We can't mention more than that information due to lack of information on her professional career.
Where is Marcy Wudarski Now?
Marcy has kept her life relatively hidden since her divorce from James. Wudarski is believed to have moved with her son to New York according to online sources.
Caption: Picture of Film producer Marcy Wudarski (Photo: Dead or Kicking) |
Furthermore, she maintains a private Instagram account, as well. Therefore, most of her latest information remains out of the media. Marcy has been living a comfortable life.
Who is Marcy Wudarski, late Ex-Husband?
Marcy's late ex-husband James Gandolfini was an American actor and producer, popular for his role as Tony Soprano, the Italian-American crime boss in HBO's television series The Sopranos. Also, he had earned won three Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and one Golden Globe Award as well.
Caption: Picture of Marcy Wudarski's late ex-husband James Gandolfini (Photo: Vulture) |
His notable film credits include Virgil in True Romance (1993), Crimson Tide (1995), The Last Castle (2001), The Taking of Pelham 123 (2009), and many more. Also, he produced the television film Hemingway & Gellhorn in the year 2012.