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Gigi Proietti

Gigi Proietti - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornNovember 02, 1940
Age85
BirthplaceRome, Italy
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also Gigi Proietti's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForProietti is widely known for his stage performances, particularly in "A me gli occhi, please", his voice dubbing work, and acclaimed roles in films such as "Febbre da cavallo" and TV series including "Il Maresciallo Rocca".

Intro

Gigi Proietti was an acclaimed Italian actor, comedian, director, and singer, celebrated for his versatility and significant contributions to Italian theatre, cinema, and television. His career, spanning over five decades, made him one of Italy's most beloved entertainers.

Early Life & Background

Gigi Proietti was born in Rome in 1940. He initially enrolled at the University of Rome to study law, but later discovered his passion for theatre and entertainment, leading him to pursue a stage career in the 1960s.

Career Highlights

  • Renowned theatre actor and director, notably for his one-man show 'A me gli occhi, please' (1976)
  • Starred in Italian cinema classics such as 'Febbre da cavallo' (1976) and 'La proprietà non è più un furto' (1973)
  • Lead role in the popular TV series 'Il Maresciallo Rocca'
  • Famous voice actor, dubbing actors like Richard Burton and Robert De Niro for Italian audiences

Trivia

  • Received the title of Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in 2003
  • Also a talented singer; released several music albums
  • His death in 2020 coincided with his 80th birthday, leading to an outpouring of national tributes

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How old is Gigi Proietti?

Gigi Proietti is 85 years old.

When was Gigi Proietti born?

Gigi Proietti was born the 2 November 1940.

Where is Gigi Proietti from?

Rome, Italy.

On His Birth-Day

About November 2nd, 1940, in brief:

  • Day of the week: November 2nd, 1940 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Beat Me, Daddy, Eight To The Bar by Andrews Sisters
  • Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gigi_Proietti