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'Sopranos' star one of Tankleff's supporters

Martin Tankleff racked up countless supporters in the 17-year fight to clear his name, but one of his most famous allies was "Sopranos" star James Gandolfini.

The actor attended court in October when attorneys argued for Tankleff's release. Gandolfini also drove hundreds of miles to visit Tankleff in prison in August.

The former Tony Soprano took interest in the case after meeting...

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