From Spoof to Viral Video with Sopranos Cast
@davidminiatures Which build was your favorite? Would love to be on @nottodaypalshow but for now this spoof will have to do! lol Enjoy my #Sopranos builds @jamielynnsigler #miniature #diorama ♬ original sound - David Miniatures
When miniature artist David Miniatures decided to create a tongue-in-cheek video featuring mock reactions from The Sopranos actors Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Robert Iler (Meadow and AJ Soprano), he never imagined the whirlwind of attention it would garner. What started as a playful spoof quickly became an internet sensation, with the video capturing close to 3 million views on TikTok, amassing 450k views on Instagram, and another 2 Million views on Facebook.
The Making of the Spoof
David, as a fan of the Sopranos, was an avid follower of the Not Today Pal podcast, hosted by Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Robert Iler (Meadow and AJ Soprano). We he came across a clip of the podcast of the hosts reacting to a video, he had a funny idea, “What if they were reacting to my miniatures from the Sopranos instead? Known for his intricate miniature creations and a devoted Instagram following of over 367,000, David crafted the video as a joke to showcase his miniature replicas of iconic pop culture senes from the hit HBO series The Sopranos.
“I thought it would be fun to imagine what their characters might say if they stumbled upon my work,” David shared. “I tagged them in the video to give them the oppertunity to tell me to take it down, but the opposite happened!” The humor-laden video included exaggerated reactions that perfectly captured the vibe of The Sopranos universe.
FUNNY THING IS…
The video gained an unexpected boost when it was shared by the "Not Today Pal" podcast, The podcast’s Instagram page reposted the spoof, turning a once joke into somewhat of a reality.
Fans of the show and David’s work quickly took notice, flooding the comments section with love for the miniatures and the comedic twist. “This is genius,” one fan wrote, while another chimed in, “Tony would be proud!”
The Viral Wave
While David’s work has always been popular among miniature enthusiasts, this spoof reached an entirely new audience. TikTok viewers couldn’t get enough of the mix of nostalgia and humor, propelling the video to 1.8 million views in a single day.
David’s Reaction
“It’s surreal,” David said. “I’ve had videos go viral before, but this one was just meant to be a fun joke for fans of The Sopranos. Seeing it resonate with so many people has been incredible.”
He also gave a nod to the "Not Today Pal" podcast for amplifying the video’s reach. “The fact that Jamie and Robert shared it was the ultimate compliment. Their sense of humor is as sharp as ever, and it’s clear they’re as connected to their fans as they are to each other.”
What’s Next for David Miniatures?
Fans are eagerly awaiting David’s next Sopranos creation. One thing’s for sure: David’s unique blend of artistry and humor continues to captivate audiences far and wide.
As for the viral spoof, it stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of The Sopranos and the creative ingenuity of one miniature artist who dared to think big and made a small joke.
