Gianni Nazzaro
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 27, 1948 in Naples, Campania, Italy
- Died
- July 27, 2021
- Active Years
- 1971–2012 (42 Years)
- Total Credits
- 12 credits in database
Biography
Gianni Nazzaro was an Italian singer and actor born in Naples on October 27, 1948. He was the second of four children born to vaudeville actor and gossip columnist Erminio Nazzaro. Nazzaro began his career using the stage name Buddy, recording fifty-nine singles, primarily cover songs, between 1965 and 1968. In 1968, he began performing under his real name and participated in the music contest Un disco per l'estate with the song Solo noi. He won the Napoli Music Festival in 1970 with Me chiamme ammore. Following a series of successful hits, he gradually slowed his musical production in the nineteen-eighties while focusing on stage musicals with some success. Nazzaro was married to Nada Ovcina and died on July 27, 2021.
Career overview
Gianni Nazzaro was an Italian singer and actor born in Naples on October 27, 1948. He was the son of vaudeville actor and gossip columnist Erminio Nazzaro and the second of four children. Nazzaro began his career in the entertainment industry using the stage name Buddy. Under this name, he recorded 59 singles, primarily consisting of cover songs, between the years 1965 and 1968. He was also known by the alias Buddy Giovann.
In 1968, Nazzaro began performing under his real name and participated in the music contest Un disco per l'estate with the song Solo noi. He subsequently achieved further musical success, including winning the Napoli Music Festival in 1970 with the song Me chiamme ammore. Following a series of successful musical hits, Nazzaro gradually slowed his musical production during the nineteen eighties and focused with some success on stage musicals.
As an actor, Nazzaro's known credits included appearances in film and television productions. Among the works associated with his acting career are Ma che musica maestro from 1971, Venga a fare il soldato da noi from 1971, and Vendetta: Secrets of a Mafia Bride from 1990. Throughout his life and career, he was married to Nada Ovcina. Nazzaro passed away on July 27, 2021.
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Full Filmography
12 titles- Gli Squallor (2012) as Self
- Lo zio d'America (2002) as Dino
- The Sanremo Case (1990) as Self
- Domenica In (1976) as Self
- Scandal In the Family (1976)
- Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975) as Self
- Midi Première (1975) as Self
- Numéro un (1975) as Self
- Système 2 (1975) as Self
- Le metamorfosi di un suonatore ambulante (1972)
- It's a Woman's War (1971) as Fabrizio
- Ma che musica maestro (1971) as Gianni
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gianni Nazzaro best known for?
Gianni Nazzaro is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Domenica In (1976), Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975), Midi Première (1975), Numéro un (1975).
When and where was Gianni Nazzaro born?
Gianni Nazzaro was born on October 27, 1948 in Naples, Campania, Italy. They passed away on July 27, 2021.
How many credits does Gianni Nazzaro have?
Gianni Nazzaro has accumulated over 12 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2012.
What is Gianni Nazzaro's background in cinema and television?
Gianni Nazzaro was an Italian singer and actor born in Naples on October 27, 1948. He was the second of four children born to vaudeville actor and gossip columnist Erminio Nazzaro. Nazzaro began his career using the stage name Buddy, recording fifty-nine singles, primarily cover songs, between 1965 and 1968. In 1968, h...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Midi Première (1975) as Self — aged about 26
- Numéro un (1975) as Self — aged about 26
- It's a Woman's War (1971) as Fabrizio — aged about 22
- Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975) as Self — aged about 26
- Domenica In (1976) as Self — aged about 27
- Système 2 (1975) as Self — aged about 26
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