Monica Bellucci
Profession:
Actor, Model
Date of Birth:
Sep 30, 1968
Place of Birth:
Città di Castello, Perugia, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS
While studying law at Italy's University of Perugia, began modeling to earn money for school; soon dropped out to pursue modeling full-time.
Moved to Milan in 1988 and joined the Elite Model Management agency.
Met director Giuseppe Tornatore---who eventually cast her in the acclaimed Malèna (2000)---while shooting a commercial for Dolce & Gabbana perfume.