Italian movie actors died in the year 2000
Here are 12 famous actors from Italy died in 2000:
Vittorio Gassman
Vittorio Gassman (September 1, 1922 Genoa-June 29, 2000 Rome) also known as Vittorio Gassmann, The Sir Laurence Olivier of Italy, Il Mattatore, Vittorio Gassman Knight Grand Cross OMRI, "the protagonist" or Vittorio Gassman, Knight Grand Cross, OMRI was an Italian actor, film director, screenwriter and writer. His children are called Alessandro Gassman, Paola Gassman, Jacopo Gassman and Vittoria Gassman.
Gassman began his acting career in the theater in the 1940s and quickly became one of Italy's most beloved and respected actors. He appeared in over 100 films throughout his career, including Luchino Visconti's "Rocco and His Brothers" (1960) and Federico Fellini's "Satyricon" (1969). In addition to his acting work, Gassman directed several films and was a prolific writer, publishing several novels and plays. He was awarded numerous accolades for his contributions to Italian culture, including the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. Gassman passed away in 2000 at the age of 77.
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José Greco
José Greco (December 23, 1918 Montorio nei Frentani-December 31, 2000 Lancaster) a.k.a. Jose Greco, Constanzo José Greco or Costanzo Greco Bucci was an Italian actor, dancer and choreographer. He had six children, José Luis Greco, Paolo Greco, José Greco II, Alessandra Greco, Carmela Greco and Lola Greco.
Greco was most famously known for his flamenco dancing and played a pivotal role in bringing this traditional Spanish dance to a wider audience. He began his career dancing in nightclubs and theaters throughout Europe before making his way to the United States in the 1940s. In 1951, he founded the José Greco Dance Company, which became one of the most well-known and respected flamenco troupes in the world.
Greco also appeared in several films throughout his career, including "Around the World in 80 Days" and "The Proud and Profane." He was nominated for an Emmy award in 1982 for his role in the television series "Fame."
Despite his success, Greco faced many challenges along the way. He was often discriminated against because of his Italian heritage, and many people did not take him seriously as a flamenco dancer. Nevertheless, he persevered and continued to dance until his death in 2000 at the age of 82.
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Leopoldo Savona
Leopoldo Savona (July 2, 1913 Lenola-October 19, 2000 Iesi) also known as Leo Coleman, Leo Colman or Robert Lover was an Italian screenwriter, film director and actor.
He began his career in the Italian film industry in the 1940s as a screenwriter and worked on many popular films. In the 1950s and 60s, he directed several successful films, including "È arrivato l'accordatore" and "Girl with a Suitcase". He was also known for his work on Italian television and wrote for the popular series "La Casa dell'Angelo". Savona was a prolific writer, with over 80 screenplays credited to his name. In addition to his film work, he was also an accomplished stage actor, starting his career in the 1930s and performing well into the 1990s. He was honored with several awards throughout his career, including the Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in 1995.
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Leonardo Benvenuti
Leonardo Benvenuti (September 8, 1923 Florence-November 3, 2000 Rome) a.k.a. Leo Benvenuti, Ralph Grave, Benvenuti, Leo Benvenuto, Leo or Lamberto Bemvenuti was an Italian screenwriter, actor and film director. He had two children, Roberto Benvenuti and Francesco Benvenuti.
Benvenuti was known for his work on Italian comedies, having co-written scripts for films such as "Amici Miei" and "Il Marchese del Grillo". In addition to his work in film, he also wrote for the television series "Famiglia Benvenuti". He worked closely with fellow screenwriter Piero De Bernardi, and the two were collectively known as "De Bernardi-Benvenuti". Benvenuti was recognized for his contributions to Italian cinema with numerous awards, including a David di Donatello for Best Screenplay in 1977. He passed away in Rome in 2000 at the age of 77.
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Italo Zingarelli
Italo Zingarelli (January 15, 1930 Lugo-April 28, 2000 Rome) also known as Ike Zingarmann was an Italian film producer, film director, screenwriter, writer and actor. He had three children, Sergio Zingarelli, Fabio Zingarelli and Sandra Zingarelli.
Italo Zingarelli started his career as a screenwriter and wrote several successful comedy films such as "Il Gaucho" and "Il Vigile Urbano" in the 1960s. He then went on to produce and direct his own films which were mostly spaghetti Westerns, including "The Stranger Returns" and "Django, Prepare a Coffin". Zingarelli's most successful film was "Trinity Is Still My Name" starring Terence Hill and Bud Spencer, which was a box office hit in 1971.
Aside from his work in film, Zingarelli was also a successful author and wrote several books, including the novel "La Notte Dei Serpenti", which was turned into a film in 1969. He was also an accomplished entrepreneur and owned a successful winery in Tuscany before his death in 2000. Despite his success, Zingarelli remained committed to his roots and often portrayed the plight of the working-class in his films.
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Luigi Bonos
Luigi Bonos (November 27, 2014 Berlin-November 27, 2014) a.k.a. Gianni Bonos, Louis William, Gigi Bonus, Duane Bowland, Luiggi Bonos, Luigi W. Bonos, Luigi Williams, Louis Williams or Gigi Bonos was an Italian actor.
Born in Berlin in 1914, Luigi Bonos began his acting career in the 1930s and went on to appear in over 100 films throughout his career. He became popular for his roles in Italian neorealism films, including "Bicycle Thieves" (1948) and "Umberto D." (1952) directed by Vittorio De Sica. Bonos also appeared in several Hollywood productions, such as "Three Coins in the Fountain" (1954) and the epic film "Ben-Hur" (1959). He was known for his versatility as an actor, often playing supporting roles and character parts in a range of genres. Despite his success on screen, little is known about his personal life. Bonos passed away on his 100th birthday in 2014.
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Bruno Martino
Bruno Martino (November 11, 1925 Rome-June 12, 2000 Rome) a.k.a. The Bruno Martino Five or Martino, Bruno was an Italian pianist, composer, singer and actor. His child is called Walter Martino.
Martino was one of the most prominent figures in the Italian music scene during the 1950s and 60s, known for his smooth crooning style and jazz-influenced piano playing. His most famous composition, the song "Estate," has since been covered by numerous other artists and is considered a jazz standard. Martino also acted in several films, including Federico Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" and played a significant role in promoting Italian music internationally. Despite struggling with health issues in his later years, Martino continued to perform and record music up until his death at the age of 74.
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Gian Luigi Polidoro
Gian Luigi Polidoro (February 4, 1927 Bassano del Grappa-September 7, 2000 Rome) also known as Igi Polidoro or Gian-Luigi Polidoro was an Italian film director, screenwriter and actor.
He began his career in the film industry as an assistant director to renowned Italian director Federico Fellini, working on films such as "La dolce vita" and "8½". Polidoro made his directorial debut in 1960 with the film "I Magnifici Tre", which starred Vittorio Gassman and Alberto Sordi. He went on to direct numerous films throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including "The Bachelor" (1963), "Body of a Girl" (1964), and "I Diavoli della guerra" (1969). Polidoro was also known for his work as a screenwriter, having co-written the script for Luchino Visconti's "Rocco and His Brothers" (1960), among others. In addition to his work behind the camera, Polidoro also appeared in several films as an actor. He passed away in September 2000 at the age of 73.
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Paddy Joyce
Paddy Joyce (May 31, 1923 Trieste-July 27, 2000 London) also known as Patrick Francis Joyce was an Italian actor.
He began his career in the Italian film industry in the 1950s and appeared in numerous films throughout his career. He is perhaps best known for his roles in several classic Italian films, including "Bitter Rice" (1949), "The Nights of Cabiria" (1957), and "Rocco and His Brothers" (1960). In addition to acting, Joyce also worked as a director and screenwriter, and was known for his work as a film critic. Over the course of his career, he received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the film industry.
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Victor Cavallo
Victor Cavallo (May 8, 1947 Rome-January 22, 2000 Rome) a.k.a. Vittorio Vitolo was an Italian actor and writer.
He studied at the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Rome before beginning his career in the film industry. Cavallo is best known for his work in the movies "The Godfather: Part III" (1990) and "The Family" (1987). He also worked in theater and television, and wrote several plays and screenplays during his career. In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Cavallo was an activist and advocate for human rights, and supported a variety of charitable causes throughout his life. He passed away in 2000 at the age of 52.
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Pasquale Cajano
Pasquale Cajano (August 19, 1921 Italy-October 24, 2000) a.k.a. Pasquale Cagiano was an Italian actor. His children are called Maria Minasso and Vincent Cajano.
Cajano started his career in the Italian film industry in the 1950s, working in films such as "Viva la rivista!" and "Cittadini del Mondo." He later transitioned to American cinema and became known for his roles in films like "Godfather II" and "Casino." Cajano was often cast in roles as a mobster or a tough guy due to his rugged looks and deep voice. He also appeared in various television shows, such as "The Sopranos," "Miami Vice," and "Law & Order." Cajano's last on-screen role was in the 1998 film "The Deli." He passed away in October 2000 at the age of 79.
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Carlo Mazzone
Carlo Mazzone (December 12, 1920 Padua-November 5, 2000 San Francisco) also known as Carlo Mazzone-Clementi was an Italian actor.
Mazzone began his career on stage in Italy and later moved to London, where he acted in several productions. He eventually settled in the United States and became a respected character actor in film and television. Mazzone was known for his work in films such as "The Godfather Part III" and "Moonstruck" as well as his television roles in "Law & Order" and "The Sopranos". Besides his acting career, Mazzone was also a renowned acting teacher and coach, and was the founder and director of the Actor's Workshop in San Francisco. Mazzone was a recipient of the Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Award and was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1995.
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