I was voted best-looking kid in high school but, as you can see, things changed. I used to say I was a 260 pound Woody Allen. You can make that 295 pound now.
Meaning of the quote
When James Gandolfini was in high school, he was voted the best-looking kid. But over time, things changed, and he gained a lot of weight. He used to joke that he was a 260-pound version of the famous actor Woody Allen. Now, he says, he's even heavier, around 295 pounds. The quote shows how a person's appearance can change as they get older, and how Gandolfini was able to laugh about his own transformation.
About James Gandolfini
James Gandolfini was an acclaimed American actor best known for his portrayal of Tony Soprano, the crime boss in the hit HBO series The Sopranos. He won numerous awards for his acting and also appeared in a variety of films throughout his career. Sadly, Gandolfini passed away in 2013 at the age of 51 due to a heart attack.
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