Italian actors living in Los Angeles
Here are 5 famous actors from Italy who live or lived in Los Angeles:
Adrian Bellani
Adrian Bellani (April 8, 1982 Miami-) also known as Gerardo Celasco is an Italian actor. He has been publicly known to be residing in Los Angeles.
Bellani began his acting career in 2005 appearing in the television series "Los Teens" in his native country, Italy. He gained wide recognition in Latin America for his role as Mauricio Ochmann in the telenovela "Corazón Partido". Bellani has also appeared in notable shows such as "NCIS: Los Angeles", "Devious Maids", and "CSI: Miami". In addition to his acting career, Bellani has also modeled for brands such as Armani Exchange, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Calvin Klein. He is also fluent in Italian, Spanish, and English.
Bellani was born in Miami but was raised in Guatemala for the majority of his childhood. He later returned to the United States to pursue his career in acting. Bellani's breakthrough role was in the telenovela "Corazón Partido", which led to lead roles on other Latin American television shows. In addition to television, Bellani has also appeared in films such as "Love Orchard" and "The Mortician". Bellani is also involved in philanthropic work, supporting organizations such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Children International. In his free time, he enjoys practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and traveling.
Dante Spinotti
Dante Spinotti (August 22, 1943 Tolmezzo-) a.k.a. Dante Spinotti, A.S.C., A.I.C. is an Italian cinematographer and actor. He has been publicly known to be residing in Los Angeles, Tolmezzo and Rome.
Spinotti began his career working on Italian films in the 1970s, and gained international recognition for his work on Michael Mann's "Manhunter" in 1986. He went on to collaborate with Mann on several more films, including "Heat" and "The Insider." Spinotti has also worked with other notable directors such as Terry Gilliam, Brett Ratner, and Michael Apted. He has been nominated for two Academy Awards for his cinematography on "The Insider" and "L.A. Confidential." Spinotti is known for his use of color and light in creating mood and atmosphere in his films. In addition to his work as a cinematographer, he has also acted in several films and television shows.
Spinotti was born in Tolmezzo, Italy and attended the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Rome, where he studied cinematography. After graduating, he started working in the Italian film industry, collaborating with directors such as Bernardo Bertolucci and Elio Petri. His early work in Italy earned him critical acclaim and helped him gain attention from Hollywood.
In addition to his collaborations with Michael Mann, Spinotti has worked on a wide range of films, from action movies like "Lethal Weapon 4" to dramas like "The Last of the Mohicans" and "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou". He has also worked on several television series, including "True Detective" and "Red Dragon."
Spinotti is known for his attention to detail and his ability to create striking visual images. He often uses bold colors and contrasting light to create atmosphere and create a sense of tension in his films. He has won several awards for his cinematography, including a BAFTA award for "L.A. Confidential" and a Golden Satellite award for "The Insider."
Outside of his work as a cinematographer, Spinotti is also a member of the American Society of Cinematographers and the Italian Society of Cinematographers. He has taught masterclasses in cinematography and has served as a mentor to many aspiring filmmakers.
Andrea Logiudice
Andrea Logiudice (February 25, 1982 Bassano del Grappa-) also known as Andrea Lo Giudice is an Italian voice actor and actor. He has been known to be residing in Italy, Los Angeles and New York City.
Logiudice began his career as a voice actor and acted in many Italian dubs of popular television shows and movies such as Game of Thrones and Guardians of the Galaxy. He has also lent his voice to many animated characters in Italian versions of popular cartoons like Kung Fu Panda, The Lion King and Finding Nemo.
In addition to his work as a voice actor, Logiudice has also acted in several Italian films and television shows. He made his feature film debut in 2002 with the movie Amici di Gesù. He has also appeared in popular Italian TV shows such as Squadra antimafia – Palermo oggi, Fog and L'ispettore Coliandro.
Logiudice has also received several awards and nominations for his work as a voice actor. He won the "Best Dubbing Talent" award at the 2017 Italian Dubbing Awards for his work in the movie Rocket Science.
Currently, Logiudice is based in Los Angeles, where he continues to work as a voice actor and actor. He has also been actively involved in promoting and supporting the Italian community in the United States.
In addition to his successful career as a voice actor and actor, Logiudice is also a skilled musician. He has played the guitar and the piano since he was young, and has composed music for several films and television shows. Logiudice is a versatile performer and has also been involved in theater productions in Italy and the United States. He has collaborated with prominent choreographers and directors, and has been praised for his ability to convey emotions through his performances. Logiudice is known for his dedication and passion for his craft, and he continues to inspire and entertain audiences worldwide.
Brando De Sica
Brando De Sica (March 10, 1983 Rome-) is an Italian actor and film director. He has been living in Los Angeles.
Born into a family of actors, including his grandfather Vittorio De Sica, Brando De Sica began acting in his teens and has since starred in a number of Italian and American films. In addition to his acting career, he has also directed several short films and music videos. De Sica has been recognized for his talent and received numerous awards, including the David di Donatello award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Manual of Love". In recent years, he has also become known for his activism and in 2020, he founded the non-profit organization Just Tell Someone, which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
De Sica's first major film role came in 2004 with the Italian film "Manual of Love", and he later went on to appear in Hollywood productions such as "Ocean's Twelve" and "The House Bunny". In 2011, he made his directorial debut with the short film "Cindy", which was selected for the Venice Film Festival. He also directed the short films "The Talk" and "Lei mi parla ancora", as well as music videos for artists such as Carla Bruni and Andrea Bocelli.
Aside from his work in film, De Sica is also involved in humanitarian work. He has served as an ambassador for Save the Children and has also worked with the United Nations World Food Programme. In 2013, he participated in a charity expedition to the Himalayas to raise awareness for the fight against hunger.
In his personal life, De Sica has been married to American actress Stephanie Blaustein since 2016, and the couple welcomed their first child together in 2019. He remains an active member of the film industry, both in front of and behind the camera, and is dedicated to using his platform to bring attention to important social causes.
Matteo Barzini
Matteo Barzini (December 29, 1981 Rome-) is an Italian film director, screenwriter, film editor, actor and television director. He has been publicly known to be living in Los Angeles.
Barzini studied film at the New York Film Academy and then attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Theater, Film, and Television. He began his career in film as an assistant director on various independent productions. In 2010, he wrote, directed, and edited his first feature film, "The Fever and the Fret," which premiered at the Slamdance Film Festival and won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Narrative Feature.
Barzini has since directed and edited several other feature films, including "Bromance" (2015) and "Revolution" (2018). He has also worked as a television director, working on episodes of shows such as "The Kitchen" and "Chopped" on the Food Network.
In addition to his work behind the camera, Barzini has had a small acting career, with roles in films such as "The Social Network" (2010) and "The Wolf of Wall Street" (2013).
Barzini continues to work in the film industry and is known for his unique visual style and his ability to tell compelling stories about complex characters.
Barzini comes from a family with a history in journalism and literature. His father was Gianni Barzini Jr., an Italian-American journalist and author, and his grandfather was Gianni Barzini Sr., an Italian journalist and writer. Matteo Barzini has cited his family's background in literature and journalism as early influences on his storytelling.
Aside from his work in the film industry, Barzini is also active in philanthropy. He is a supporter of the Lollipop Theater Network, a nonprofit organization that brings movies and entertainment to hospitalized children. He has also worked with the Italian American Museum in Los Angeles on various events and initiatives.
Barzini has been praised by fellow filmmakers and critics for his ability to capture complex themes and emotions in his work. He often explores themes of identity, relationships, and family dynamics in his films, and is known for his naturalistic approach to storytelling.