Raf Vallone - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 17, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Died | October 31, 2002 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Tropea, Calabria, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Raf Vallone's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Award-winning Italian actor known for starring roles in 'Bitter Rice', 'El Cid', and 'The Godfather Part III'. |
Intro
Raf Vallone was an Italian actor and footballer, widely recognized for his work in European and international cinema, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s. Initially known as a professional football player, he later became acclaimed for his powerful screen presence in films such as 'Bitter Rice', 'The Godfather Part III', and 'El Cid'.
Early Life & Background
Raf Vallone was born into a well-to-do family in Tropea, Calabria. He studied law and philosophy at the University of Turin. Before entering acting, he played professional football for Torino F.C. and worked as a journalist and film critic.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the neo-realist classic 'Bitter Rice' (1949)
- Appeared as Signor Vitelli in 'The Godfather Part III' (1990)
- Played the role of Don Rodrigo in 'El Cid' (1961)
- Won multiple awards, including the David di Donatello and Nastro d'Argento
- Had a successful stage career, including renowned performances in Arthur Miller's 'A View from the Bridge'
Trivia
- Started his career as a professional footballer for Torino F.C.
- Studied law and philosophy before pursuing acting.
- Fluent in several languages, which helped his international film career.
FAQs
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Raf Vallone was born the 17 February 1916.
Tropea, Calabria, Italy.
On His Birth-Day
About February 17th, 1916, in brief:
- Historical events: Donald Tallon, born on February 17, 1916, in Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia, was a renowned Australian cricketer. He played 21 Test matches as a wicket-keeper between 1946 and 1953, earning recognition as one of Australia's finest wicket-keepers. Tallon was part of Don Bradman's Invincibles during the 1948 Ashes tour and was named one of the Wisden Cricketers of the Year in 1949.
- Day of the week: February 17th, 1916 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Cohen Telephones from Brighton by Joe Hayman
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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