Italian movie actors died in the year 2004
Here are 6 famous actors from Italy died in 2004:
Nino Manfredi
Nino Manfredi (March 22, 1921 Castro dei Volsci-June 4, 2004 Rome) otherwise known as Saturnino Manfredi was an Italian actor, screenwriter, film director, voice actor, writer and singer. He had four children, Luca Manfredi, Roberta Manfredi, Tonina Manfredi and Giovanna Manfredi.
Manfredi began his career as a stage actor in the early 1940s, performing in both comedies and dramas. He soon transitioned to film and became one of Italy's most popular actors during the 1960s and 70s, known for his versatility and ability to play comedic and dramatic roles with equal skill. Manfredi's best-known films include "The Organizer" (1963), "We All Loved Each Other So Much" (1974), and "My Friends" (1975). He also directed several films, including "Per Grazia Ricevuta" (1971), which won him a David di Donatello award for Best Director. In addition to acting, Manfredi was a passionate advocate for social justice and was involved in several left-wing political movements throughout his career.
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Serge Reggiani
Serge Reggiani (May 2, 1922 Reggio Emilia-July 23, 2004 Boulogne-Billancourt) also known as Sergio Reggiani was an Italian singer, actor and painter. He had five children, Simon Reggiani, Karine Reggiani, Celia Reggiani, Maria Reggiani and Stéphan Reggiani.
Before pursuing his career in entertainment, Reggiani fought in the French Resistance during World War II, which led to his arrest and imprisonment by the Nazis. Upon his release, he started acting in French films and quickly gained popularity as a leading man. He also began pursuing a career in music, where he was known for his melancholic voice and poetic lyrics. Reggiani was a multifaceted artist who continued to paint throughout his career, exhibiting his work in galleries in both France and Italy. In his later years, he suffered from Parkinson's disease, but he continued to perform and record music until his death in 2004.
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Anthony Steffen
Anthony Steffen (July 21, 1929 Rome-June 4, 2004 Rio de Janeiro) a.k.a. Anthony Steffan, Antonio Luiz De Teffè, Antonio De Teffe, Antonio De Teffè, Antônio Luiz de Teffé von Hoonholtz, Antonio Luiz de Teffé von Hoonholtz or Italian Clint Eastwood was an Italian actor and screenwriter. He had two children, Luiz De Teffè and Manuel De Teffè.
Anthony Steffen began his career in the Italian film industry in the 1950s, where he played various character roles before being cast in his first leading role in 1965's "Duello nel Texas" ("Gunfight at Red Sands"). Steffen was known for his striking resemblance to American actor Clint Eastwood and often played similar tough-guy roles in Westerns and other genre films. He was also a prolific screenwriter, having written scripts for a number of Italian films throughout the 1970s and 80s. Despite being primarily known for his work in Italian cinema, Steffen also appeared in a handful of Hollywood productions, including "The Last Days of Pompeii" (1959) and "Navajo Joe" (1966). Steffen passed away in 2004 due to complications from heart surgery.
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Stefano Madia
Stefano Madia (December 31, 1954 Rome-December 16, 2004 Rome) was an Italian actor. He had one child, Marianna Madia.
Stefano Madia began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in various Italian films and TV shows. He rose to fame in the 1980s with his role in the popular TV series "Un medico in famiglia" (A doctor in the family), where he portrayed the character of Ciccio. Madia continued to act in films and TV shows throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, including the films "Komodo" (1999) and "Amore a prima vista" (Love at first sight) (2004), and the TV series "Una donna per amico" (A woman for a friend) (1998-2001).
Apart from being an actor, Madia was a well-known personality in Italy due to his strong political and social views. He was an active member of the Italian Communist Party and later the Democratic Party of the Left. He was also a passionate environmentalist and supported various environmental causes, including the protection of Rome's historic center.
Madia died in 2004 at the age of 49 due to complications from diabetes. His legacy as an actor and a political figure lives on in Italy to this day.
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Giuseppe Campora
Giuseppe Campora (September 30, 1923 Tortona-December 5, 2004 Tortona) was an Italian singer and actor.
Campora was particularly known for his successful career in opera, performing in many acclaimed productions and on different stages across the world. He made his debut in 1947 at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, and quickly established himself as one of the most sought-after tenors of his time, with a beautiful and powerful voice that drew audiences to his performances. He was particularly renowned for his interpretations of popular Italian operas such as La traviata and Tosca, and his renditions of classic arias such as Nessun dorma and Che gelida manina are still regarded as some of the best in the history of opera. In addition to opera, Campora also appeared in several movies, both in Italy and in Hollywood, and was always praised for his natural acting talent. He received numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career, and his legacy as a true Italian cultural icon continues to inspire new generations of opera singers and performers.
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Rafael Velasco
Rafael Velasco (November 3, 1947 Mexico City-September 12, 2004 Mexico City) also known as Rafael Tobías Velasco Romero was an Italian actor.
Velasco began his acting career in Mexico, appearing in various telenovelas and films in the 1970s. He later moved to Italy, where he continued to act in films and television shows, mostly in supporting roles. He also had a career as a voice actor, lending his voice to dubbed versions of foreign films in both Spanish and Italian. Velasco was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to portray a wide range of characters. He received critical acclaim for his performances in several Italian films, including "La Luna" (1979) and "Amici miei - Atto III" (1985). In addition to his work in film and television, Velasco was also a stage actor, appearing in several productions in Mexico and Italy. He passed away in 2004 at the age of 56 due to a heart attack while performing in a play in Mexico City.
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