Monica Bellucci, born on September 30, 1964, in Città di Castello, Umbria, Italy, is a renowned actress and model known for her timeless beauty and versatile acting talent. She began her career as a fashion model, working with prestigious brands like Dolce & Gabbana, before transitioning to acting in the early 1990s.
Bellucci’s film career spans various genres and languages, with notable performances in both European and American cinema. She gained international recognition for her role as Malèna Scordia in the 2000 film Malèna, which earned her a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actress.
She also portrayed Persephone in The Matrix Reloaded (2003) and The Matrix Revolutions (2003), and Mary Magdalene in The Passion of the Christ (2004).
In 2015, at the age of 50, Bellucci became the oldest Bond girl in the history of the franchise, playing Lucia Sciarra in Spectre. She continued to take on diverse roles, including Delores in the upcoming film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, directed by Tim Burton and set to premiere in 2024.
Beyond her acting career, Bellucci has been celebrated as a sex symbol and muse in the fashion industry. She has graced over 60 magazine covers and has been associated with luxury brands such as Cartier and Dior. In 2006, she was honored with the knight insignia of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government, and in 2016, she received the knight insignia of the Legion of Honour.
As of 2023, Bellucci has been in a relationship with director Tim Burton. She continues to captivate audiences with her performances and remains an influential figure in both the film and fashion industries.