Claudia Cardinale, star of '8½' and 'The Leopard,' dies at 87
Summary
Italian actress Claudia Cardinale, known for her roles in popular European films of the 1960s and 1970s, has died at age 87. She was celebrated for her performances in movies like Federico Fellini's "8½" and Luchino Visconti's "The Leopard." Cardinale passed away in Nemours, France, with her family by her side.Key Facts
- Claudia Cardinale was an Italian actress born in Tunisia to Sicilian parents.
- She starred in more than 100 films and television productions.
- Cardinale gained fame for her roles in "8½" and "The Leopard" in 1963.
- She initially wanted to be a teacher but entered the film industry after winning a beauty contest.
- Cardinale's career in Hollywood was limited as she focused on European films.
- Her voice was dubbed in early films due to her French accent when speaking Italian.
- Cardinale received a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival.
- She died at 87 in Nemours, France, surrounded by her family.
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