Ciccio Ingrassia - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 05, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Age | 103 |
| Birthplace | Palermo, Sicily, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Ciccio Ingrassia's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | One half of the iconic Italian comic duo 'Franco and Ciccio', prolific film actor, and director. |
Intro
Ciccio Ingrassia was an Italian actor, comedian, and film director, best known for his work in Italian cinema, especially as one half of the popular comic duo 'Franco and Ciccio' with Franco Franchi. His career spanned several decades and included more than 100 films.
Early Life & Background
Born Francesco Ingrassia on October 5, 1922, in Palermo, Sicily, Ingrassia grew up in a modest family. He initially worked in various trades before beginning his career in entertainment as a stage actor in Sicily. His partnership with Franco Franchi began in the late 1950s and soon propelled both to national fame.
Career Highlights
- Formed the renowned comic duo 'Franco and Ciccio' with Franco Franchi, appearing together in over 100 films from the 1960s to the 1980s.
- Starred in major Italian comedies such as 'I due mafiosi' (1964), 'Franco, Ciccio e il pirata Barbanera' (1969), and 'I due figli dei Trinità' (1972).
- Won a Nastro d'Argento award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Amarcord' (1973) directed by Federico Fellini.
- Worked extensively in television, stage, and as a movie director throughout his career.
Trivia
- Received the Nastro d'Argento for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Fellini's 'Amarcord' (1973).
- Appeared in more than 100 films with Franco Franchi, making their partnership one of the most prolific in Italian cinema.
- Directed a handful of films, notably 'L'Esorciccio' (1975), a parody of 'The Exorcist'.
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Ciccio Ingrassia is 103 years old.
Ciccio Ingrassia was born the 5 October 1922.
Palermo, Sicily, Italy.
On His Birth-Day
About October 5th, 1922, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 5th, 1922 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Nobody Lied (When They Said I Cried Over You) by Marion Harris
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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