Here are 1 famous actors from Italy died at 45:
Maurizio Arena (December 26, 1933 Rome-November 21, 1979 Rome) a.k.a. Maurizio Di Lorenzo or Arena was an Italian actor and singer.
He began his acting career in the 1950s, making his film debut in the 1954 drama "The Lovers of Manon Lescaut". He went on to appear in more than 40 films, including the 1961 comedy "Divorce, Italian Style" and the 1963 musical "Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow".
In addition to acting, Arena was also a popular singer. He released several successful albums throughout the 1960s, including "Il Pullover" (1961) and "Cuore Matto" (1967). His smooth, romantic singing style made him a heartthrob among Italian audiences.
Arena's career was cut short when he died unexpectedly at the age of 45. His cause of death was reportedly a heart attack. Despite his early death, Arena left behind a lasting legacy in Italian cinema and music.
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