Steve Schirripa’s Sanpelligrino Fiasco

Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa have been busy with acting projects since their time on “The Sopranos”. Yet, due to the exceptional quality and ongoing praise for the HBO series, it’s not surprising that people primarily associate them with their beloved characters from the mob drama. However, this fame has its drawbacks, as humorously illustrated in Sanpelligrino CIAO!’s latest ad campaign featuring these two actors.

In a funny set of advertisements, Imperioli and Schirripa find themselves receiving a shipping container filled with the newest release from Sanpelligrino CIAO!, an Italian fizzy water brand. However, they’re having some difficulties passing the product along to others due to the public still perceiving them as mob figures, despite their roles in the television series “Sopranos.” Schirripa discussed the commercial shoot and reuniting with his old castmate to TopMob.

We share a strong bond of friendship, and we’ve collaborated on numerous projects including podcasts, movies, and writing a book together. So when Sanpellegrino approached us with this opportunity, it was truly exciting! To be honest, I’m a big fan of Sanpellegrino. We traveled to Florida for a few days, where we had the pleasure of promoting their Ciao! product. People often mistook us for our acting personas, which added an extra layer of fun to the experience.

As a movie aficionado, I can’t help but be thrilled about Michael Schirripa potentially starring in the upcoming Dexter revival, but let’s not forget that he recently embarked on a road trip to Florida, where he teamed up with his old pal for some commercial shoots. Schirripa and Michael Imperioli have been long-time companions since their days on The Sopranos, and they continue to share a bond decades after the series’ controversial finale. Together, they co-host the Talking Sopranos podcast, keeping the spirit of that iconic show alive.

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As per the actor’s account, the experience was quite enjoyable, but there was a major revelation about the ad campaign shoot. Actor Steve Schirripa seems to have indulged a bit excessively in Sanpelligrino CIAO! during the commercial production.

When I watched the advertisement or program, they mentioned ‘They’re not eating, they’re not really drinking.’ But in my case, I consumed quite a few Sanpellegrino Peach Ciao! drinks that day, probably around twenty. It’s incredibly tasty…It almost transports me back to Italy. With each sip, I can taste a hint of Sicilian sea salt which adds to its charm. However, what made the experience even better was spending time with Michael. Although we live close by, we don’t get to see each other often, but our conversation that day was really enjoyable.

Working on movie and TV sets can involve a variety of experiences when it comes to food. Occasionally, you might end up eating something unappetizing that makes you feel queasy or even vomit, while at other times, the food is so delicious you struggle not to overindulge, scene after scene, which could potentially lead to discomfort. I recall hearing a story about the young actors from Harry Potter getting ill due to consuming the food in the Great Hall repeatedly during takes, and I can relate – I suspect I would have faced the same dilemma.

It appears that the peach-flavored fizzy water didn’t seem to cause any problems for Schirripa, considering his fondness for the taste. By the way, the latest SanPelligrino CIAO! comes in these flavors:

  • Lime
  • Cherry
  • Blood Orange
  • Peach

The newly introduced product range is now being stocked in various stores, and having given it a try myself, I can confidently say it makes an excellent beverage companion for binge-watching shows like “The Sopranos” with a Max subscription. If you’re not into mob dramas, don’t worry; this drink is also likely to enhance your viewing experience for the upcoming “Blue Bloods” spinoff. No matter what program you choose, keep an eye out for Steve Schirripa in commercials promoting this new product soon!

TopMob consistently follows the latest activities of The Sopranos cast members and stays abreast of the 2025 TV lineup as well. We are thrilled about Steve Schirripa’s involvement in Dexter: Resurrection, as it’s gradually gathering an exceptional ensemble for the continuing storyline of the serial killer.

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2025-04-07 20:37