Italian movie actresses born in the year 1929
Here are 11 famous actresses from Italy were born in 1929:
Delia Scala
Delia Scala (September 25, 1929 Bracciano-January 15, 2004 Livorno) also known as Odette Bedogni was an Italian actor and ballet dancer.
She began her career as a ballet dancer and performed with the prestigious La Scala Opera House in Milan. After sustaining an injury, she switched her focus to acting and appeared in numerous films, television shows, and theater productions throughout Italy. Scala was known for her elegance, impeccable style, and captivating presence on stage and screen. She was also admired for her humanitarian work, supporting various charities throughout her life. Scala remained active in the entertainment industry until her death in 2004 at the age of 74.
Franca May
Franca May (February 11, 1929 Rome-) also known as Francesca Serni is an Italian actor.
May began her career as an actor in the late 1940s, appearing in films such as "Galielo Galilei" (1949) and "Roma ore 11" (1952). Over the years, she gained recognition for her dynamic performances and versatility as an actor. May also had a successful career in theater, starring in productions of "The Trojan Women" and "The Two-Headed Eagle." In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, May was also involved in political activism, supporting causes such as women's rights and combatting poverty. She continues to be celebrated for her contributions to Italian culture and the arts.
Elvi Lissiak
Elvi Lissiak (July 19, 1929 Trieste-February 25, 1996 Rome) a.k.a. Elvira Lissiach, Elvy Lissiak or E. Lissiak was an Italian actor.
Elvi Lissiak began her acting career in the 1950s and went on to appear in over 30 films and television shows. She gained critical acclaim for her role in the 1962 film Mafioso and her performance in the 1971 film La violenza: Quinto potere. Lissiak was known for her versatility on screen and her ability to convincingly portray a wide range of characters. In addition to her successful acting career, she was also an accomplished painter and writer. After her death in 1996, a street in Rome was named in honor of her contributions to Italian cinema.
Deddi Savagnone
Deddi Savagnone (April 2, 1929 Rome-October 3, 2010 Rome) a.k.a. Anna Maria Savagnone, Deddy Savagnone or Dedy Savagnone was an Italian actor and voice actor.
She was best known for her work in Italian films and television series. Savagnone began her acting career in 1952 with a role in the film "Roma ore 11." She then went on to appear in numerous films including "Totò, Peppino e la malafemmina" (1956), "La nonna Sabella" (1957), and "Le notti dei teddy boys" (1959).
Savagnone was also a prolific voice actor, lending her voice to dubbing numerous foreign films and television series into Italian. She dubbed the voices of notable actresses such as Ingrid Bergman, Joan Crawford, and Sophia Loren.
Throughout her career, Savagnone received critical acclaim for her acting skills and was honored with several awards, including the Silver Ribbon for Best Supporting Actress in 1976 for her role in "Il Mostro." She continued to act in films and television until her death in 2010 at the age of 81.
Isa Barzizza
Isa Barzizza (November 22, 1929 Sanremo-) also known as Luisina Fortunata Antonietta Cecilia Barzizza or Luisita Barzizza is an Italian actor, voice actor and businessperson. She has one child, Carlotta Chiesa.
Barzizza began her career in the entertainment industry in the early 1950s, appearing in numerous Italian films throughout the decade. She also worked as a voice actor for dubbing foreign films into Italian. In addition to her work in film, Barzizza was a successful businessperson, owning and operating a fashion boutique in Milan. She later opened a restaurant in Rome that became a popular destination for celebrities and politicians alike. In the 1990s, Barzizza retired from acting and business to focus on her family and personal life. She remains a beloved figure in Italian culture and entertainment.
Maria Maddalena Fellini
Maria Maddalena Fellini (October 7, 1929 Rimini-May 21, 2004 Rimini) also known as Maddalena Fellini, Maria Maddalena Fabri or Maria Maddalena Fabbri was an Italian actor. She had one child, Francesca Fabbri.
Fellini was a longtime collaborator and muse of famed Italian film director, Federico Fellini, whom she married in 1949. She appeared in several of his films including La Strada, La Dolce Vita, 8½ and Ginger and Fred. She also acted in films directed by other notable filmmakers such as Michelangelo Antonioni and Pier Paolo Pasolini. In addition to her acting career, Fellini was a costume designer and occasionally worked as a script supervisor. She remained married to Federico Fellini until his death in 1993. After his death, she was actively involved in promoting his legacy and preserving his archives. Fellini died in Rimini in 2004 at age 74.
Vanna Urbino
Vanna Urbino (March 18, 1929 Florence-) also known as Wanna Urbino is an Italian actor.
She began her acting career in 1951 and appeared in numerous Italian films throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Some of her most notable roles include "Signorinella" (1953), "Il magistrato" (1959) and "Il Moschettiere fantasma" (1964). Urbino also worked extensively in Italian theatre, both as an actor and a director. She was married to Italian film director Ettore Scola and they had two children together. In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, Urbino was also an accomplished writer and translated several books into Italian.
Teresa Pellati
Teresa Pellati (August 21, 1929 Sassuolo-December 23, 2010 Sassuolo) otherwise known as Maria Teresa Pelati was an Italian actor.
Throughout her career, Teresa Pellati appeared in over 40 films and TV series, including notable titles such as "An American in Rome" (1954) and "The Girl Who Knew Too Much" (1963). She was also a regular cast member on the popular Italian TV series "Don Matteo" in the early 2000s. Pellati was known for her versatility and range as an actor, able to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles. In addition to her work in film and television, she was also a respected theater actress, performing in numerous plays throughout her career. Pellati passed away in 2010 at the age of 81.
Lilia Landi
Lilia Landi (August 24, 1929 Rome-) otherwise known as Lilia Giovannetti or Lilia Giovannotti is an Italian actor.
She began her acting career in the 1950s and appeared in numerous popular Italian films such as "Il cammino della speranza" (1950), "Le notti di Cabiria" (1957), and "Il Gattopardo" (1963). Landi was also a popular actress in the Italian theater scene and worked with prominent directors such as Giorgio Strehler and Peter Stein. In addition to her acting career, Landi was also known for her literary works and poetry. She published several volumes of poetry and was awarded the prestigious Viareggio Prize for her collection "Manca l'aria." Landi was married to Italian film director Federico Fellini from 1943 until their divorce in 1950.
Nicoletta Orsomando
Nicoletta Orsomando (January 11, 1929 Casapulla-) a.k.a. Nicolina is an Italian actor and announcer.
She began her career in the 1950s as a radio announcer and expanded into television in the 1960s. Some of her most famous roles include "La Lupa" (1953), "The Two Friends" (1955), and "Le italiane e l'amore" (1961). She was also a popular presenter in various Italian television programs, including "Canzonissima" and "Eurofestival". Over the course of her career, she has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 75th Venice International Film Festival in 2018. Orsomando continues to be active in the entertainment industry today.
Violetta Gragnani
Violetta Gragnani (July 18, 1929 Chieti-) a.k.a. Jole Gragnani, Ioletta Nardon, Jole Nardon or Violetta Nardon is an Italian actor.
She started her acting career in the late 1940s and appeared in over 70 films throughout the 1950s and the 1960s. Gragnani worked with many of Italy's most prominent directors, such as Federico Fellini, Michelangelo Antonioni, and Vittorio De Sica. She is best known for her roles in films such as "Il cammino della speranza" (1950), "Le notti bianche" (1957), and "La dolce vita"(1960). Gragnani's versatile acting skills allowed her to transition from dramatic roles to comedic ones with ease. In addition to her acting, she was also a television presenter and hosted the Italian version of "The Price is Right" in the 1960s. Gragnani retired from acting in the early 1970s to focus on her family.