Sophia Loren is an Academy Award-winning actress famous for her work in films, winning a record six David Di Donatello Awards and numerous other awards.
Sophia Loren is an Italian actress known for her distinguished acting career. Her iconic performances have earned her numerous awards, including an Academy Award, Golden Globe Awards and a BAFTA Award. She is the first actor to win an Academy Award for a foreign language performance for her role in "Two Women".
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sophia Loren is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On September 20, 1934, Sofia Villani Scicolone is born in Rome, Italy, to parents Romilda and Riccardo.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut Film Appearance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Makes her film debut in the Italian comedy "Aida."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Silver Ribbon Award</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wins the Silver Ribbon Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film "The Pride and the Passion."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Academy Award</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wins an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in "Two Women." She is the first actor ever to win an Oscar for a foreign language performance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1962</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Marries Carlo Ponti</div><div class='timeline-text'>Marries Carlo Ponti, a film producer, after annulling her previous marriage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives David di Donatello Award</div><div class='timeline-text'>Receives the David di Donatello Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film "Firepower."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award</div><div class='timeline-text'>Receives the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards for lifetime achievement.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Oscar Wins for a Performance in a Foreign Language Film</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sophia Loren became the first performer to win an Academy Award for a performance in a foreign language film, when she won Best Actress for her role in Two Women.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Received an Honorary Oscar</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1991, Sophia Loren was awarded an Honorary Oscar for her contribution to world cinema.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Practiced Acting in Secret</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sophia Loren practiced her acting skills in secret as a child, as her father did not want her to pursue a career in show business.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gained International Fame at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>At age 15, Sophia Loren gained international fame after winning a beauty pageant in Rome.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Woman to Win the Cecil B. DeMille Award</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2009, Sophia Loren became the first woman to win the Cecil B. DeMille Award, which is presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment.</p></div></div>
Sophia Loren is an Italian movie actress born on September 20, 1934, and is currently 88 years old. She is best known for her Academy Award-winning roles in 1960's "Two Women" and 1962's "Divorce Italian Style," which has solidified her place in cinema history as one of the greatest actresses of all time.
Sophia Loren has an estimated net worth of $150M. Known for her work in iconic films as an actress, singer, and model, her wealth comes from her numerous appearances in films, television, and her own line of clothing and jewelry. She has also made considerable wealth through her fragrance and home furnishing lines.
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