The daughter of a Sopranos star has died aged 58. Dominic Chianese's daughter, Sarah Francesca Chianese, had a battle with cancer before her death.
She sadly suffered from glioblastoma - a malignant, cancerous brain tumor that develops from glial cells, specifically astrocytes. A statement from the family, on Instagram, read: "Sarah Francesca Chianese, daughter of Dominic Chianese, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15th. She battled glioblastoma and was only 58 years old. Her father stayed by her side 'til the very end.
It continued: "Sarah was a bright light in this world, she wanted everyone to live their happiest life and smile when they think of her." In a conversation with PEOPLE, Sarah's brother Dominic Jr. shared that his sister will be remembered for "her kindness," calling it "one of the greatest human attributes."
He also said that Sarah "knew how to throw a party because she had a catering business. I just think that that's such a great quality, if somebody knows how to throw a party." He added: "She was dedicated to her craft, like a real artist when it came to that,' he said of her catering business.
The grieving brother also said that their dad was there for Sarah in her final days, saying: "I would just like to say that my father was there in her final days to support her in her transition. It was important to her and him both."
Her son said she was "one of the most accomplished women I've ever known." He added: "Whether it was reclaiming and restoring old barns, working in a law firm in her early twenties, or dominating the Hudson Valley with her catering company in her late fifties, she got the job done—always in record time, with unreal competence."
Dominic, 94, is an American actor, singer, and musician. He is best known for his roles as Corrado 'Junior' Soprano on the HBO series The Sopranos, Johnny Ola in The Godfather Part II, and Leander Whitlock in Boardwalk Empire.
The Hollywood star also appeared as a guest actor on the HBO series Boardwalk Empire for three seasons as Leander Whitlock, a retired lawyer and power broker.
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