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Alida Valli - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 31, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Died | April 22, 2006 (age 84) |
| Birthplace | Pola, Istria, Italy (now Pula, Croatia) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Alida Valli's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Her leading roles in films such as 'The Third Man' (1949), 'Senso' (1954), and 'The Paradine Case' (1947). |
Intro
Alida Valli was an acclaimed Italian actress known for her extensive film career, spanning Europe and Hollywood. Renowned for her roles in both Italian cinema and English-language films, she became a celebrated star of the 20th century.
Early Life & Background
Born into an aristocratic family in Pola (now Pula, Croatia), Alida Valli began acting as a teenager, enrolling at the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Rome, which set the stage for her early entrance into Italian cinema.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the film 'The Third Man' (1949), considered a classic of British cinema.
- Worked with director Alfred Hitchcock in 'The Paradine Case' (1947).
- Played a major role in Luchino Visconti's period drama 'Senso' (1954).
- Appeared in over 100 films throughout her career, both in Italy and internationally.
- Received multiple awards, including a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival in 1997.
Trivia
- Her full birth name was Baroness Alida Maria Laura Altenburger von Marckenstein Freiin von Gleich.
- She was sometimes credited simply as 'Valli' during her Hollywood years.
- Considered one of Italy's greatest screen actresses, she was named to Italy's equivalent of the Hall of Fame, the 'Walk of Fame of Italian Cinema.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Alida Valli born?
Alida Valli was born the 31 May 1921.
Where is Alida Valli from?
Pola, Istria, Italy (now Pula, Croatia).
On Her Birth-Day
About May 31st, 1921, in brief:
- Historical events: The Tulsa Race Massacre occurred from May 31 to June 1, 1921, resulting in the destruction of the Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
- Day of the week: May 31st, 1921 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Ain't Got Nobody by Marion Harris
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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