Bud Spencer
Italian actor and screenwriter
Born
October 31st, 1929
95 years ago
Died
June 27th, 2016
8 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Italy
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An Italian swimmer turned actor and screenwriter, gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with a series of action-comedy films. Starred alongside Terence Hill in several successful movies, creating a signature style characterized by humor and physicality. Transitioned from athletics, where excelled as a competitive swimmer, influencing his later film roles. Established a production company, contributing to film development as a screenwriter.
Starred in 'Django' (1966)
Appeared in 'They Call Me Trinity' (1970)
Featured in 'Trinity is Still My Name' (1971)
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