Roberto Benigni
Roberto Benigni, (born October 27, 1952, Misericordia, Arezzo, Italy), Italian actor and director known for his comedic work, most notably La vita è bella (1997; Life Is Beautiful), for which he won an Academy Award for best actor. Benigni was the son of a poor tenant farmer who had worked in a German forced-labour camp during World War II. The elder Benigni used humour in retelling his experiences, which helped shape his son’s comedic skill. Benigni briefly attended a Jesuit seminary in Florence, and, after a stint as a magician’s assistant,…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
101
Total TV Shows Credited
20
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Manciano La Misericordia, Castiglion Fiorentino, Arezzo, Italy
Birthdate
October 27, 1952
Also known as
Roberto Remigio Benigni
羅貝托·貝尼尼