Adolfo Celi
Adolfo Celi (Italian pronunciation: [aˈdɔlfo ˈtʃɛːli]; 27 July 1922 – 19 February 1986) was an Italian film actor and director. Born in Curcuraci, Messina, Sicily, Celi appeared in nearly 100 films, specialising in international villains. Although a prominent actor in Italian cinema and famed for many roles, he is best remembered internationally for his portrayal of Emilio Largo in the 1965 James Bond film Thunderball. Celi later spoofed his Thunderball role in the film OK Connery (aka Operation Double 007) opposite Sean Connery's brother, Neil Connery.
Adolfo Celi | |
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Celi in La mala ordina (1972) | |
| Born | 27 July 1922 |
| Died | 19 February 1986 (aged 63) |
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| Years active | 1946–1985 |
| Spouses | Marília Branco
(m. 1963, divorced) |
| Children | Alessandra (1966), Leonardo (1968) |
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