The rivalry between the cast of “Sex and the City” and “The Sopranos” went beyond just the screen. During the filming of their respective shows, the cast of “Sex and the City” admitted to being envious of the culinary delights enjoyed by their counterparts on “The Sopranos,” particularly their mouth-watering meatballs.
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Kristin Davis, known for her role as Charlotte York on “Sex and the City,” revealed on her podcast, “Are You a Charlotte?,” that both shows shared a soundstage at Silvercup Studios in Queens. Davis reminisced about the shared common area where each show’s cast would interact and commiserated about the stark contrast in their craft services.
While the “Sex and the City” cast had a basic craft services setup, the “Sopranos” cast enjoyed a spread that resembled a high-end Italian restaurant. Davis recalled the longing glances towards the coveted meatballs of “The Sopranos,” as the two shows coexisted in the same studio space.
Interestingly, both shows had a unique approach to filming eating scenes. Unlike traditional sets that use spit buckets for actors to discreetly spit out food during multiple takes, both casts opted for a more authentic experience. Director Allen Coulter mentioned that the “Sopranos” cast members would devour multiple meals in scenes without the need for spit buckets, mirroring the approach taken by the “Sex and the City” cast.
Davis shared that the decision to avoid using spit buckets on their show was a deliberate choice by the creators. They wanted the actors to engage in natural conversations while eating, leading to a more authentic on-screen dining experience. Despite the challenges of filming food scenes repeatedly, the cast embraced the opportunity to enjoy real meals during shoots.
The lighthearted jealousy over meatballs and the shared camaraderie on the studio lot added a touch of behind-the-scenes charm to two iconic television series. The glimpse into the dynamics between the cast of “Sex and the City” and “The Sopranos” showcases the human side of these beloved shows, highlighting the moments of connection and envy that existed off-camera.
As fans reminisce about these legendary TV shows, the anecdotes shared by Kristin Davis offer a refreshing perspective on the bond between the actors and the shared experiences that shaped their time on set. The lasting legacy of both “Sex and the City” and “The Sopranos” extends beyond their on-screen narratives, encompassing the friendships, rivalries, and even culinary delights that enriched the lives of those involved in bringing these stories to life.