Nino Benvenuti
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- April 26, 1938
- Active Years
- 1969–2021 (53 Years)
- Total Credits
- 6 credits in database
Biography
Giovanni Nino Benvenuti was born on April 26, 1938, and died on May 20, 2025. He was an Italian professional boxer and actor, known for having movie-star good looks alongside his career in boxing. As an actor, his known credits include the movie Sundance Cassidy and Butch the Kid. During his boxing career, he was a three-time world boxing champion, a 1960 Olympic Champion, and held world titles in two weight classes, including the undisputed super-welterweight championship and the undisputed middleweight championship. He was undefeated in his first sixty-two fights and also won the Italian and European amateur titles.
Career overview
Giovanni Nino Benvenuti was born on April 26, 1938. Known for his movie-star good looks alongside his athletic achievements, Benvenuti worked as a professional boxer and actor. In his athletic career, he was a 1960 Olympic Champion and a three-time world boxing champion, remaining undefeated in his first 62 fights. His boxing titles included holding the undisputed super-welterweight championship from June 1965 to June 1966, and the undisputed middleweight championship twice from April to September 1967.
Transitioning into entertainment, Benvenuti established a known credit count of six in his film and television work. Among his acting credits is the film Sundance Cassidy and Butch the Kid. His background as a prominent sports figure captured the imagination of both boxing fans and the general public. Benvenuti passed away on May 20, 2025.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
6 titles- Monzon (2021)
- Furia, las peleas de Carlos Monzón (2019) as Self
- Carnera: The Walking Mountain (2008) as allenatore
- Father Matteo (2000) as Se stesso
- Mark Shoots First (1975) as Ghini
- Alive or Preferably Dead (1969) as Ted Mulligan
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nino Benvenuti best known for?
Nino Benvenuti is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Frank McKlusky, C.I. (2002), Alive or Preferably Dead (1969).
When and where was Nino Benvenuti born?
Nino Benvenuti was born on April 26, 1938.
How many credits does Nino Benvenuti have?
Nino Benvenuti has accumulated over 6 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1969 to 2021.
What is Nino Benvenuti's background in cinema and television?
Giovanni Nino Benvenuti was born on April 26, 1938, and died on May 20, 2025. He was an Italian professional boxer and actor, known for having movie-star good looks alongside his career in boxing. As an actor, his known credits include the movie Sundance Cassidy and Butch the Kid. During his boxing career, he was a thr...
Nino Benvenuti by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Alive or Preferably Dead (1969) as Ted Mulligan — aged about 31
- Father Matteo (2000) as Se stesso — aged about 62
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