Date of Birth: May 1, 1976
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Violante Placido, born Maria Violante Placido, is an accomplished Italian actress and singer. She was born on May 1, 1976, in Rome, Italy. Violante is the daughter of actor and director Michele Placido and actress Simonetta Stefanelli, which positioned her well within the world of entertainment from an early age. She made her film debut in 1993 in “Quattro bravi ragazzi” directed by Claudio Camarca. Over the years, she has built a versatile career that spans both Italian cinema and international projects. Violante gained significant fame for her role in the film “The American” (2010), where she starred alongside George Clooney. Her performance was widely acclaimed and opened doors to more international work. In addition to her film career, Violante is also a singer and has released music under the pseudonym Viola. Her work in the music industry complements her acting career, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
5 Interesting Facts about Violante Placido
1. Violante Placido is multilingual and can speak Italian, English, and French fluently.
2. She starred in the 2006 film “Karate Man,” which was directed by her father, Michele Placido.
3. She performed a cover of the song “Creep” by Radiohead in the film “The American.”
4. Violante Placido played the role of Nadya in the film “Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance” (2011).
5. In addition to her acting career, she released an album titled “Don’t Be Shy” in 2006 under the name Viola.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Violante Placido
1. “Acting allows me to explore different personalities and live multiple lives in a way.”
2. “Music has always been a part of my life; it’s another form of expression for me.”
3. “Working with George Clooney in ‘The American’ was a significant milestone in my career.”
4. “Growing up in a family of actors, I was always surrounded by creativity and storytelling.”
5. “I believe in taking on roles that challenge me and push me out of my comfort zone.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Violante Placido is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Violante Placido has one child, a son named Vasco, born in 2013.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb Profile of Violante Placido](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0686796/
2. [Violante Placido on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violante_Placido
4. [Violante Placido’s Music on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/5k1P4f7X2Z9TG9m1F9rTyU
5. [Violante Placido on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/violante.placido/
