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Iginio Straffi - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 30, 1965 |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | Gualdo, Marche, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Iginio Straffi's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Creator of Winx Club and founder of Rainbow S.p.A. |
Intro
Iginio Straffi is an Italian animator, director, and producer, best known as the creator of the popular animated television series 'Winx Club'. He is the founder and CEO of Rainbow S.p.A., one of Europe’s leading animation studios.
Early Life & Background
Iginio Straffi studied modern literature at the University of Macerata before starting his career as a comic book artist and writer. He later moved into animation, working for the Italian company Lanciostory before founding Rainbow S.p.A. in 1995.
Career Highlights
- Created the internationally successful animated series 'Winx Club' (2004–present)
- Founded Rainbow S.p.A. in 1995, which became one of the major European animation studios
- Directed and produced several animated films, including 'Winx Club: The Secret of the Lost Kingdom' (2007)
- Oversaw the expansion of Rainbow’s properties into global multimedia franchises
Trivia
- In 2011, Viacom (now part of Paramount Global) acquired a 30% stake in Rainbow S.p.A.
- Straffi has also worked on other animated series such as 'Huntik: Secrets & Seekers'.
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How old is Iginio Straffi?
Iginio Straffi is 60 years old.
When was Iginio Straffi born?
Iginio Straffi was born the 30 May 1965.
Where is Iginio Straffi from?
Gualdo, Marche, Italy.
On His Birth-Day
About May 30th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 30, 1965, the Viet Cong launched an offensive in Da Nang, escalating the conflict in Vietnam. This event was part of a larger strategy during the Vietnam War, impacting military and civilian lives.
- Day of the week: May 30th, 1965 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Help Me, Rhonda by The Beach Boys
- #1 UK song: Ticket To Ride by The Beatles
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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