Michele Placido - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 19, 1946 |
|---|---|
| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Ascoli Satriano, Apulia, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Michele Placido's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring as police inspector Corrado Cattani in 'La piovra' and directing notable Italian films. |
Intro
Michele Placido is an acclaimed Italian actor and director, widely recognized for his roles in film and television, particularly for his portrayal of police inspector Corrado Cattani in the popular Italian TV series 'La piovra.' He has also earned international accolades as a director and remains a prominent figure in Italian cinema.
Early Life & Background
Michele Placido was born on May 19, 1946, in Ascoli Satriano, in the Apulia region of Italy. He pursued acting at the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia, Italy's national film school, after an initial interest in theater and a stint working as a policeman.
Career Highlights
- Gained fame for his lead role as inspector Corrado Cattani in the acclaimed TV series 'La piovra' (The Octopus).
- Starred in numerous successful Italian films, including 'Romanzo Criminale' and 'Three Brothers' (Tre fratelli).
- Directed several films, such as 'Romanzo Criminale' (2005), which garnered critical acclaim.
- Recipient of several Italian film awards, including the David di Donatello and Nastro d'Argento.
Trivia
- He studied acting at the prestigious Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Rome.
- Before his acting career took off, Placido worked as a police officer.
- He is the father of actress Violante Placido.
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Michele Placido was born the 19 May 1946.
Ascoli Satriano, Apulia, Italy.
On His Birth-Day
About May 19th, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 19, 1946, approximately 250,000 people gathered in front of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo to protest severe food shortages and the government's handling of the crisis. The demonstration, known as the "People's Rally for Obtaining Food," was a significant public outcry against the post-war food scarcity.
- Day of the week: May 19th, 1946 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The House of Blue Lights by Freddie Slack & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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