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Adolfo Celi

1922–1986
Portrait of Adolfo Celi
Fernando Di Leo / Franco Villa, via Wikimedia Commons, Public domain · Source

Adolfo Celi, born in Messina on 27 July 1922, was a prominent figure in the panorama of Italian cinematography. His professional activity was expressed mainly in the film sector, an area in which he demonstrated considerable artistic versatility.

In the course of his career, Celi worked not only as an actor, but also offered his creative contribution as a director and screenwriter, leaving a personal mark in each of these disciplines.


The farewell

19 febbraio 1986 · Siena

The artist died on 19 February 1986 in Siena, from myocardial infarction. His remains were subsequently buried at the Monumental Cemetery of Messina, his city of origin.

Where they rest Open to visitors
Cimitero monumentale di Messina
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Photo: Fernando Di Leo / Franco Villa, via Wikimedia Commons, Public domain · Source

Cimitero monumentale di Messina