Quote by: Roberto Benigni

Only comedians can talk about death, life, God and Virgin Mary. If I was a tragic actor, I couldn't allow myself. But with this accent I can do it. I can talk with death in person because I am a clown. Yes. And I am proud to be a clown - very much.


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Author Bio


  • NameRoberto Benigni
  • DescriptionItalian actor
  • BornOctober 27, 1952
  • CountryItaly
  • ProfessionActor; Film Director; Screenwriter; Comedian; Singer; Street Artist; Composer
  • AwardsAcademy Award For Best Foreign Language Film; Academy Award For Best Actor; Chlotrudis Awards; European Film Award For Best Actor; British Academy Film Awards; David Di Donatello; Nastro D'Argento For Best Actor; Nastro D'Argento For Best Actor; Nastro D'Argento For Best Actor; Screen Actors Guild Award For Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Leading Role; Honorary César; Knight Grand Cross Of The Order Of Merit Of The Italian Republic