Monica Bellucci, born in 1964, is an Italian actress and model known for her diverse filmography. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her performances in Italian, American, and French films. Bellucci has also been recognized for her work in modeling and as a brand ambassador for luxury companies. She has portrayed a wide range of characters in various genres, showcasing her talent and versatility as an actress.
Monica Bellucci was born on September 30, 1964, in Città di Castello, Italy. Her birthplace, Città di Castello, is a picturesque town in the Umbria region of Italy.
Monica Bellucci, the Italian actor and model, was born on September 30, 1968, in Citta di Castello, Italy. She gained international fame for her roles in movies like Malena, The Matrix Reloaded, and Spectre.
At the age of five, Monica Bellucci began working alongside her parents in agricultural activities near their home. This early involvement helped her understand the importance of helping adults and contributed to her achievements in providing home-grown food.
At the age of 13, Monica Bellucci was introduced to modelling by posing for a photographer friend of the family in Città di Castello. This marked the beginning of her journey into the world of fashion.
Monica Bellucci made her modelling debut at the age of 16 after being asked to do photographic sessions by her father's friend, the director of a fashion agency.
At the age of 24, Monica Bellucci signed her first major modeling contract with Elite Model Management, marking a significant milestone in her career.
At the age of eighteen, Monica Bellucci starts her career as a model in her small hometown, Chitta-di-Castello. Due to limited prospects and low earnings, she decides to move to Milan to pursue a career in modeling.
In 1989, Monica Bellucci lived in New York and had already achieved millionaire status, showcasing her success as a model and public figure.
Monica Bellucci married Italian photographer Claudio Carlos Basso on 3 January 1990 in Monte-Carlo. The marriage ended in divorce a year later.
Monica Bellucci made her acting debut in the Italian television miniseries Vita coi figli in 1991.
Monica Bellucci played one of Dracula's brides in the horror film Bram Stoker's Dracula in 1992.
Monica Bellucci was in a relationship with Italian actor Nicola Farron for several years. The couple separated in 1995.
In 1996, Monica Bellucci achieved great success in Hollywood after portraying the character Lisa in the film 'The Apartment.' This role catapulted her to become one of the highest-paid actresses in the industry.
Monica Bellucci portrayed a mute gypsy with a strong affinity for firearms who becomes the lover of a criminal named Dobermann.
Monica Bellucci earned a Globo d'oro Award for Best Actress for her role as Giulia Giovannini in the Italian comedy-drama film L'ultimo capodanno in 1998.
Monica Bellucci and French actor Vincent Cassel got married on 2 August 1999 in Monaco after meeting on the set of their film The Apartment in 1995. They have two daughters together.
Monica Bellucci's sensational performance as Malèna Scordia in the 2000 film 'Malèna' captivated audiences worldwide, showcasing her immense talent and allure as an actress.
Monica Bellucci was awarded the Golden Globe for Best Actress in 2001 for her performance in the film 'Malèna'.
Monica Bellucci co-starred in the highly controversial French thriller Irréversible in 2002.
Monica Bellucci served as the mistress of ceremonies at the 56th Cannes Film Festival, overseeing the opening and closing ceremonies held on the Croisette from 14 to 25 May 2003.
In 2004, Monica Bellucci played Mary Magdalene in Mel Gibson's drama The Passion of the Christ. Her performance stood out in the film, which was both commercially successful and controversial.
Monica Bellucci played the role of the Mirror Queen from an enchanted forest in the film.
In May 2006, Monica Bellucci was a jury member at the 59th Cannes Film Festival.
Monica Bellucci took on the role of Donna Quintano, a prostitute with a penchant for various sexual fetishes.
Bellucci starred in Marco Tullio Giordana's Wild Blood, portraying Luisa Ferida during the Italian fascism period.
Bellucci received the World Actress Award at the Women's World Award in Vienna.
In April 2010, Monica Bellucci posed pregnant and semi-nude for the cover of Vanity Fair Italy.
In 2011, Monica Bellucci was voted number one on NRJ 12's 100 sexiest stars of 2011, a nationwide survey conducted in France that featured American and French actresses, models, singers, women athletes, and television presenters.
On 21 November 2012, Monica Bellucci attended a state dinner hosted by French President François Hollande at the Elysée Palace in Paris in honor of Italian President Giorgio Napolitano and his ministers.
Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel announced their separation by mutual agreement on 26 August 2013, reflecting on the evolution of their marriage where they often lived separately in different countries.
Bellucci appeared in Alice Rohrwacher's The Wonders as Milly Catena, winning the Grand Prix Award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival.
At the age of 50, Monica Bellucci became the oldest Bond girl in the history of the franchise by appearing in the James Bond film Spectre in 2015.
On April 10, 2016, the Karin Models agency, representing Monica Bellucci, opened an official Instagram account for her.
Monica Bellucci returned to her role as mistress of ceremonies at the 70th Cannes Film Festival, overseeing the opening and closing ceremonies of the major international film event that took place from 17 to 28 May 2017.
From 26 to 30 September 2018, Monica Bellucci chaired the judging panel of the 29th Dinard British Film Festival.
From 27 November to 6 December 2019, Monica Bellucci made her theatrical debut at the Marigny Theatre in Paris with Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs. The one-woman show featured Bellucci reciting letters of opera singer Maria Callas on stage.
Monica Bellucci was scheduled to be the chairwoman of the 15th Crystal Globe Awards, set for 14 March 2020 at the Wagram auditorium in Paris, but the ceremony was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
On 5 July 2021, Monica Bellucci was invited to a state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysée Palace in honor of Italian President Sergio Mattarella and his daughter Laura.
In 2022, Monica Bellucci co-starred in the action thriller Memory alongside Liam Neeson and Guy Pearce. She played the role of Davana Sealman, an unscrupulous real estate magnate.
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