Lino Ventura - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 14, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Died | October 23, 1986 (age 67) |
| Birthplace | Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Lino Ventura's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Acclaimed actor, particularly in French crime films such as 'Touchez pas au grisbi', 'The Sicilian Clan', and 'Les Tontons flingueurs'. |
Intro
Lino Ventura was an Italian-born French actor renowned for his tough-guy roles in French cinema during the mid-20th century. He became one of France's most popular film stars and was celebrated for his naturalistic style and magnetic screen presence.
Early Life & Background
Born in Parma, Italy, Lino Ventura moved to France as a child with his family. He initially pursued a career as a professional wrestler before entering the film industry almost by accident, when he was cast in a supporting role in the film 'Touchez pas au grisbi' (1954), which launched his acting career.
Career Highlights
- 'Touchez pas au grisbi' (1954) – breakout film role
- 'Les Tontons flingueurs' (1963) – iconic French comedy
- 'The Sicilian Clan' (1969) – major crime film hit
- 'Army of Shadows' (1969) – acclaimed WWII drama
- 'Garde à vue' (1981) – award-nominated performance
- Established the charity Perce-Neige in 1966 to support children with disabilities
Trivia
- He never took formal acting classes and often stated that he didn't consider himself a real actor.
- Ventura was known for refusing roles that he considered immoral or disrespectful, earning a reputation for integrity.
- He remained an Italian citizen all his life, despite his fame in France.
- His daughter, Linda, has Down syndrome, inspiring him to found Perce-Neige.
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Lino Ventura was born the 14 July 1919.
Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
On His Birth-Day
About July 14th, 1919, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 14th, 1919 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Chong by Columbia Saxophone Sextette
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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