Violante Placido

Violante Placido is an Italian actress and singer, renowned for her dynamic performances in both Italian and international films. Born on May 1, 1976, in Rome, Italy, she is the daughter of the celebrated actor Michele Placido and actress Fabiola Sodano, which influenced her early interest in acting.

Acting

2025

La Dolce Villa

- Francesca

Film Debut

Violante made her film debut in 1993 with the Italian film “Un giorno perfetto“. However, she gained wider recognition in 2002 with “The Burning Plain”, where she starred alongside Charlize Theron, marking a significant step in her international career.

Early Life and Personal Life

Born on May 1, 1976, in Rome, Italy, Violante comes from a family deeply embedded in the world of cinema. She is the daughter of renowned actor Michele Placido and actress Fabiola-Sodano. Violante studied at the prestigious Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Rome. Though she keeps her personal life relatively private, she has been involved in various relationships over the years.

Trivia

Violante is also a singer, having released music alongside her acting career.
She is fluent in both Italian and English.

Awards

She has been nominated for several David di Donatello awards and received recognition for her acting.

Upcoming Projects

Violante continues to be active in both Italian and international cinema, with several upcoming roles on the horizon.

Age

48 years old (2025)

Net Worth

$5 million to $8 million (2025)

Birth Date

May 1, 1976

Birth Place

Rome, Italy

Education

Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia

Height

5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)