Tony Soprano doesn't forget about 'em.(Who ... When ... Where ... How ... WHAT?)(Wounded Warriors Project)(Brief article)

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In New Jersey, feeling like you're a part of The Sopranos is as easy as grabbing a slice from Pizzaland or checking out the ... entertainment ... at Bada Bing's (which is really named Satin Dolls).

But now others can have mobster style. Outfits worn by actor James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano and others in the fictional mafia family from the Emmy-award winning HBO show were slated to be auctioned off--with proceeds benefiting Wounded Warriors Project (WWP), a Florida-based nonprofit that serves injured soldiers.

"Wounded Warrior Project is thankful for James Gandolfini's commitment to our organization," stated John Melia, the nonprofit's executive director and founder. "Our motto is 'The Greatest Casualty is Being Forgotten' and with Mr. Gandolfini's support, we will ensure that doesn't happen."

The 24 Tony Soprano outfits, with an authenticity certificate from Gandolfini, are estimated to raise $500 to $3,000 each--including the blood-stained garb Tony wore when he was shot in the sixth season. More than 30 outfits from the show's other characters, like A.J. Soprano, Bobby Bacala and Burt Gervasi, will be auctioned as well.

WWP works to empower severely wounded soldiers returning from Afghanistan and Iraq with support programs and services for them and their families.

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