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What did Steven Van Zandt do in the series The Sopranos?
In 1999, Steven Van Zandt took one of the core roles in The Sopranos, playing level-headed but deadly mob consigliere and strip club owner Silvio Dante.
Was Steven Van Zandt popular on the show The Sopranos?
Steven Van Zandt's role on The Sopranos increased in importance in later seasons. He gained acclaim for his performance as Silvio in The Sopranos.

Question: what did he do on the show?
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