Italian movie actors died in the year 1970
Here are 4 famous actors from Italy died in 1970:
Gustavo Serena
Gustavo Serena (October 5, 1881 Naples-April 16, 1970 Rome) also known as Signor Serena was an Italian film director, actor and screenwriter.
He began his career on stage as a theatrical actor before transitioning to film in the early 1900s. Serena appeared in over 50 silent films in Italy in the 1910s and 1920s, often playing romantic leads. He later transitioned to directing and is best known for his work on Italian melodramas in the 1930s and 1940s. Some of his notable films include "Casta diva" (1935), "The Ferocious Saladin" (1937), and "The Count of Brechard" (1940). Serena also wrote the screenplay for some of the films he directed. In addition to his work in film, he also wrote several books and was a noted art collector. He retired from filmmaking in the early 1950s and spent his later years writing and traveling.
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Folco Lulli
Folco Lulli (July 3, 1912 Florence-May 23, 1970 Rome) was an Italian actor, film director and partisan.
Lulli began his career in the Italian cinema in the late 1930s, appearing in films directed by notable filmmakers such as Federico Fellini and Michelangelo Antonioni. He went on to establish himself as one of the most prominent character actors in Italian cinema, and appeared in over one hundred films throughout his career.
Aside from acting, Lulli was also an active participant in the fight against the Nazi occupation of Italy during World War II. He joined the partisan movement and fought alongside other resistance fighters in the Italian countryside.
In the 1950s, Lulli turned his hand to directing, helming several successful films including the acclaimed drama "Pelléas et Mélisande" (1951).
Lulli was known for his commanding on-screen presence and gravelly voice, which made him a popular choice for tough guy roles in Italian crime and western films. He continued to act in films and on television until his death in Rome in 1970 at the age of 57.
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Renzo Cesana
Renzo Cesana (October 30, 1907 Rome-November 8, 1970 Hollywood) also known as Renato Cesana was an Italian actor, screenwriter, songwriter and composer.
Cesana began his career in Italy as a radio actor and soon after, ventured into film acting. He appeared in several Italian films like "Italia mia!" (1952) and "Bomarzo" (1940), among others. Cesana then moved to the United States in the 1950s and became a popular television personality, known for his smooth voice, suave demeanor, and continental charm.
Cesana was a regular on the game show "You Bet Your Life" hosted by Groucho Marx and frequently appeared on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson." He also had bit parts in films such as "Ocean's Eleven" (1960) and "The Producers" (1967).
On top of his acting career, Cesana was also an accomplished songwriter and penned several hit songs including "Ti-Pi-Tin" which became a popular tune during World War II.
Cesana passed away in Hollywood in 1970 at the age of 63.
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Lauro Gazzolo
Lauro Gazzolo (October 15, 1900 Nervi-October 27, 1970 Rome) was an Italian actor and voice actor. He had two children, Virgilio Gazzolo and Nando Gazzolo.
Lauro Gazzolo began his career as a stage actor in his twenties, appearing in numerous theatrical productions in Italy. He then transitioned to film and appeared in over 80 films throughout his career. He was especially well known for his supporting roles in Italian neorealist films, such as "Umberto D." (1952) by Vittorio De Sica, and "Il Bidone" (1955) by Federico Fellini.
In addition to his acting work, Gazzolo was also a prolific voice actor, and lent his voice to many films, television shows, and documentaries. He is particularly remembered for his voice work in the Italian version of Disney's "Pinocchio" (1940), where he provided the voice for the character of Jiminy Cricket.
Gazzolo's son, Nando Gazzolo, also became a famous actor and voice actor in Italy. Both he and his brother, Virgilio Gazzolo, appeared in many of the same films and television shows as their father. Lauro Gazzolo passed away in Rome on October 27, 1970.
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