In a career spanning more than six decades, the enigmatic Claudia Cardinale lit up the screen with her breathtaking presence. Not planning on becoming one of the greatest actors of the golden age, Cardinale followed the path to stardom, that was oftentimes paved by trauma. Outliving the now-deceased Hollywood giants that she once shared the […]
Claudia Cardinale’s six-decade career made her an iconic figure in Italian and international cinema. Born in Tunisia, she was discovered at 18 after being crowned Most Beautiful Italian Girl in Tunisia, which launched her film career. Despite early success, her rise was marked by personal trauma. Pregnant at 18 from a violent assault, she kept […]
Producers quickly took notice of the radiant newcomer, but behind Claudia Cardinale’s poised image was a painful secret—she was pregnant after a violent assault by an older man. She declined most roles until producer Franco Cristaldi offered her fame and protection, In 2017,Cardinale spoke candidly about the sexual assault she had endured as a teenager. […]