How old was Simonetta Stefanelli when she filmed The Godfather?

How old was Simonetta Stefanelli when she filmed The Godfather?

Simonetta Stefanelli (born November 30, 1954) is an Italian actress born who was born in Rome. She made her first appearance in La Moglie Giapponese and appeared in several Italian films before appearing in her first international role in The Godfather, as Apollonia Vitelli, at the age of 16.

Who played Michael’s Italian wife in The Godfather?

Simonetta Stefanelli, born on November 30th 1954 in Italy, is an Italian entrepreneur, fashion designer and retired actress. Stefanelli is best known for her performance as Apollonia Vitelli-Corleone, Michael Corleone’s first wife, in the 1972 film The Godfather, directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

What happened Apollonia Corleone?

When she started the car to drive towards him, she unknowingly ignited a bomb planted in the car, intended for Michael, the subsequent explosion killed her instantly. The attack was orchestrated by Michael’s trusted bodyguard, Fabrizio, who was paid off by the Barzini family from New York.

Is Simonetta Stefanelli married?

Simonetta Stefanelli

Where was Simonetta Stefanelli born?

Simonetta Stefanelli

Who turned down the role of Godfather?

Francis Ford Coppola’s groundbreaking trilogy, The Godfather, compounded his reputation as one of the most influential directors of the 20th century after the release of its first instalment in 1972.