Italian movie actresses died in the year 1979

Here are 2 famous actresses from Italy died in 1979:

Gracie Fields

Gracie Fields (January 9, 1898 Rochdale-September 27, 1979 Capri) a.k.a. Grace Sansfield, Fields, Gracie, Dame Gracie Fields, Our Gracie, DBE, Grace Stansfield, Dame Gracie Fields, DBE, Aunty Grace or Grace Fields was an Italian singer, actor and comedian.

Fields was born in Rochdale, Lancashire, UK and began her career in show business as a child performer. She achieved international success with her unique singing style and comedic talent, becoming one of the most popular female entertainers of her time. She appeared in numerous films, including "Sally in Our Alley" and "Sing As We Go," and had successful stage shows in both the UK and the US.

Fields was also known for her philanthropic work during both World War I and World War II, performing for troops and raising money for the war effort. She was awarded a DBE (Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1979, just months before her death in Capri, Italy. Today, she is remembered as one of the most enduring and beloved performers in British entertainment history.

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Gabriella Giacobbe

Gabriella Giacobbe (November 27, 2014 L'Aquila-January 8, 1979 Rome) was an Italian actor.

She was born and raised in L'Aquila, Italy and showed a passion for acting from a young age. Gabriella studied at the prestigious National Academy of Dramatic Art Silvio D'Amico in Rome, before starting her career in Italian theater. She quickly gained popularity for her outstanding performances and went on to star in many successful Italian movies and series.

Gabriella was known for her versatility as an actor, portraying a wide range of characters and emotions on screen. She received critical acclaim for her intense and memorable performances in movies like "La Notte" and "Marriage Italian Style". Gabriella's work in Italian cinema paved the way for many other actresses to follow in her footsteps and helped establish Italian cinema on the international stage.

Gabriella was a beloved figure in Italian entertainment and continued to work until her untimely death in 1979 at the age of 64. Her contributions to Italian cinema and acting remain an important part of Italy's cultural heritage.

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