Leslie Bega

Leslie Rae Bega is an American former actress, best known as Maria on Head of the Class (1986–1989), and Valentina La Paz on The Sopranos (2002–2004).

THE SOPRANOSS4, E10

The Strong, Silent Type

At therapy, Tony likens himself to the 'sad clown,' but Melfi doesn't buy into his melancholy portrait. Meanwhile, Carmela drags A.J. with her to Furio's house to offer decorating tips and companionship; Paulie puts the finishing touches on some free artwork; and Christopher finds himself at a crossroads.
THE SOPRANOSS5, E1

Two Tonys

In the Season Five premiere, a flood of organized crime parolees changes the landscape of the Soprano/Lupertazzi alliance. Meanwhile, Janice carries on the family's Sunday dinner tradition; Carmela and A.J. commune with local wildlife; Christopher balks at footing the bill on 'goomar night'; and Tony tries to introduce Dr. Melfi to his 'other' self.
THE SOPRANOSS4, E8

Mergers and Acquisitions

Paulie takes pains to integrate his mother Nucci into the social world at Green Grove. Meanwhile, Furio faces up to his inner feelings during a trip to Italy to see his ailing father; Ralph introduces Tony to his new 'goomar,' Valentina; and Carmela finds a new source of investment income.
THE SOPRANOSS4, E9

Whoever Did This

After an aggressive team of reporters lowers the boom on Uncle Junior, his lawyers try a new strategy. Ralph has some fun at the expense of Paulie and his mother, but soon winds up with his own family problems. Meanwhile, Tony again finds refuge at the stables.
THE SOPRANOSS5, E12

Long Term Parking

With the feds pulling a new trump card, Adriana ponders her options. Tony B. unloads some heavy baggage on Tony, and vice-versa; Johnny Sack makes Tony an offer he can refuse; and Tony offers Carmela a deal to make her real-estate dreams come true.
THE SOPRANOSS5, E7

In Camelot

His father's longtime goomar sheds light on some of Tony's lingering emotional and financial mysteries. Meanwhile, Junior sees the upside of attending the funerals of fringe relations, while Christopher sees the downside in enabling of A.A. friend's new addiction.