Salvatore Leopoldo "Leo" Gullotta was born on January 9, 1946, in Catania, Italy, as the youngest of six children. He began his acting career as an extra at Teatro Massimo Bellini, eventually transitioning to a long and distinguished career as an actor, voice actor, comedian, and writer.
Throughout his illustrious career, Gullotta has appeared in over 100 films, as well as numerous television shows and drama series. His impressive body of work has earned him numerous awards and accolades, including four David di Donatello Awards for Best Supporting Actor, two Silver Ribbons for Best Supporting Actor, and a Flaiano Prize as stage actor of the year in 2010.
Gullotta has also made a name for himself as a voice actor, lending his talents to a range of projects, including the Italian dubs of the Ice Age film series, in which he voiced the character of Manny. He has also provided Italian voices for notable actors such as Burt Young, Joe Pesci, and Woody Allen.
In addition to his work in film and television, Gullotta has had a successful career as a stage actor, appearing in numerous theatrical productions and winning the Flaiano Prize for his work. He has also written several books, including his debut novel, Mille fili d'erba, which was published in 1998.
Gullotta has been open about his personal life, revealing his sexuality in 1995 and marrying his partner of 32 years in 2019. Despite his high profile, he is discreet about the details of his husband and personal life.
Throughout his career, Gullotta has worked with some of the most renowned directors and actors in the industry, including Giuseppe Tornatore, Maurizio Zaccaro, Nanni Loy, and Renzo Martinelli. He has won numerous awards and accolades for his work, and continues to be a respected and beloved figure in the Italian entertainment industry.
