The ending of the popular HBO series "The Sopranos" has been the subject of much debate and speculation since it first aired in 2007. The finale, titled "Made in America," left viewers with a cliffhanger ending that has sparked countless theories about the fate of main character Tony Soprano and his New Jersey gangster crew. One theory that has gained traction among fans involves the character of Patsy Parisi, played by Dan Grimaldi.

The Motives of Patsy Parisi

Patsy is a member of the Soprano crew, and becomes more closely tied to the family when his son plans to marry Tony's daughter, Meadow. However, Patsy has a complicated history with Tony, as his brother Phil was killed on Tony's orders in season 2. In the aftermath of Phil's death, Patsy becomes consumed by grief and even shows up at Tony's house with a gun, intent on seeking revenge. Although he ultimately decides against killing Tony, the incident can not go unforgotten by viewers and leaves the door open as a motive for killing Tony at the right time.

According to this theory, Patsy eventually decides to take his revenge on Tony by becoming an integral part of his inner circle and then plotting his murder. By getting close to Tony personally and professionally, Patsy would be able to plan his murder without arousing suspicion. If this theory is true, it would completely change the character of Patsy from a loyal member of the gang to a scheming and calculated killer.

While it's impossible to say for sure what really happened in the "The Sopranos" finale, the Patsy theory is just one of many that have emerged over the years, and it's clear that the show and its characters continue to captivate and fascinate viewers.

Patsy’s Profile

Patsy is a key member of Tony Soprano's criminal organization in the popular HBO series "The Sopranos." He serves as the crew's accountant, handling the group's financial matters and acting as a soldier when needed. In addition to his more violent duties, Patsy also procures fine Italian suits for his fellow gangsters.

Despite his prominent role in the show, Patsy is something of a mysterious figure, with relatively little back-story compared to other members of the crew. He is frequently seen on screen, but has relatively few lines, giving him a somewhat enigmatic quality. Patsy stands out from the rest of Tony's gang due to his eyeglasses, which give him a scholarly appearance, and the fact that he is never seen smoking cigarettes or cigars. He is also in better physical shape than many of his colleagues, as demonstrated in the episode "Christopher," when he single-handedly climbs a metal utility pole to take down an effigy of Christopher Columbus during a Native American protest.

In addition to his involvement with Tony's crew, Patsy also runs an organization called the North Ward Emergency Merchants Protective Cooperative, which is used to extort local store owners. He works closely with Burt Gervasi in this capacity, and the two are known for their ruthless tactics. Overall, Patsy is a complex and multifaceted character in "The Sopranos," with a range of skills and responsibilities within the criminal organization.

Who Was Philly Parisi?

Philly Parisi is the identical twin brother of Patsy Parisi. He is also Tony Soprano's cousin on his mother's side. Philly and Patsy were extremely close, and Philly followed his brother into a life of organized crime in the DiMeo family. He is also the uncle to Patrick Parisi, and is careful about revealing sensitive information about the mob.

Philly meets a tragic end in early March 2000, when he is executed by Gigi Cestone on the orders of Tony Soprano. The hit was part of Tony's effort to cement his power within the organization after the arrest of Junior Soprano, and was also motivated by anger at Philly's gossiping and spreading rumors that Tony attempted to suffocate his mother, Livia Soprano. Philly's death is a significant moment in the show, and has lasting consequences for the characters involved.

The Other Side of the Theory, The Naysayers.

Reddit users discuss why the Patsy theory is bogus:

On the other hand, here’s Barstool sports interviewing Dan Grimaldi himself.