Ayrton Senna
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 21, 1960 in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Died
- May 1, 1994
- Active Years
- 1985–2025 (41 Years)
- Total Credits
- 39 credits in database
Biography
Ayrton Senna da Silva was a Brazilian racing driver born on March 21, 1960, in São Paulo, Brazil. Widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time, he secured three Formula One world championships for McLaren in 1988, 1990, and 1991. During his first season, he scored points in five races, finishing the year with thirteen points and the ninth position in the overall driver standings. Senna died on May 1, 1994, at the age of 34. His death occurred at the Imola Circuit in Bologna. In the context of his film and television credits, he is recognized for 39 known credits.
Career overview
Ayrton Senna da Silva was a Brazilian racing driver born in São Paulo on March 21, 1960. Widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time, he secured three Formula One world championships for McLaren in 1988, 1990, and 1991. During his debut season, he earned points in five races, finishing the year with thirteen points and securing the ninth position in the overall drivers' standings.
In the context of his media presence, Senna is credited with 39 known acting credits. His life and career have been the subject of biographical documentation within the film and television industry. Senna died on May 1, 1994, at the age of 34. His death occurred at the Imola Circuit in Bologna, though the official circumstances surrounding the timing of his passing have been a subject of discussion, with some accounts noting that his vital functions were maintained by medical equipment until it was disconnected following the accident on the track.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
39 titles- My Ayrton, by Adriane Galisteu (2025) as Self (archive footage)
- Senna by Ayrton (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- F1 Icons (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Senna 30 Anos: O Dia que Ainda Não Terminou (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Racing Through Time - Ayrton Senna (2024)
- Senna: 30 Anos (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- Race to Perfection (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- #Provoca (2019) In Memory Of
- The Real Ayrton Senna: A Personal Memoir (2018) as Self
- Senna: The Test (2017) as Self (archive footage)
- Williams (2017) as Self (archive footage)
- Crash and Burn (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Senna vs Brundle (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Sportclub Story (2015) as Self (archive footage)
- Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias (2015) as Self (archive)
- Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias - O Filme (2015) as Self (archive footage)
- Ayrton Senna - Magic Senna (2015) as Ayrton Senna
- Ayrton Senna do Brasil (2014) as Self (archive footage)
- Ayrton - Indimenticabile (2014)
- The Last Teammate (2014) as Himself (Archive footage)
- Echoes of The Past (2012) as Self (archive footage)
- The Ayrton Senna Story: Unauthorized and Complete (2012) as Self (archive footage)
- 3 Champions (2011) as Self (archive footage)
- Senna (2010) as Self (archive footage)
- The Right to Win (2004) as Self (archive footage)
- Ayrton Senna – Il Mio Nome e’ Leggenda (2004) as Self (archive footage)
- A Star Named Ayrton Senna (1998) as Self (archive footage)
- Ayrton Senna (1995) as Self (archive footage)
- The Saga of Formula One - Volume Two - Legendary Drivers (1994) as Himself
- The Team: A Season With McLaren (1993) as Self
- Ayrton Senna: Racing Is in My Blood (1993) as Self
- Ayrton Senna Lifestyle in Brazil (1992) as Self
- Inside Track: Senna and McLaren (1991) as Self
- Ayrton Senna: Chequered Flag to Green Light (1991) as Self
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self
- 1986 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review (1986) as Self
- 1985 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review (1985) as Self - Narrator
- Ayrton Senna Simply the Best
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ayrton Senna best known for?
Ayrton Senna is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including #Provoca (2019), Senna (2010), Sacrée soirée (1987).
When and where was Ayrton Senna born?
Ayrton Senna was born on March 21, 1960 in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. They passed away on May 1, 1994.
How many credits does Ayrton Senna have?
Ayrton Senna has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2025.
What is Ayrton Senna's background in cinema and television?
Ayrton Senna da Silva was a Brazilian racing driver born on March 21, 1960, in São Paulo, Brazil. Widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time, he secured three Formula One world championships for McLaren in 1988, 1990, and 1991. During his first season, he scored points in five races, finishi...
Ayrton Senna by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Senna (2010) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 50
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self — aged about 27
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