Mariangela Melato was a renowned Italian cinema and theatre actress, born on September 19, 1941, in Milan, Italy. Her parents, a traffic policeman and a seamstress, instilled in her a strong foundation for her future endeavors. From a young age, Melato pursued her passion for the arts by studying painting at the prestigious Academy of Brera. To support her acting lessons with Esperia Sperani, she honed her skills by creating posters and working as a window dresser at La Rinascente.
As a striking, blonde actress, Melato began her stage career in 1960 by joining the stage company of Fantasio Piccoli and making her acting debut in the play Binario cieco. Over the next few years, she worked with prominent directors such as Dario Fo, Luchino Visconti, and Luca Ronconi, solidifying her reputation as a talented theatre actress.
Her breakthrough performance came in 1968 with Orlando furioso, a production by Luca Ronconi. Melato's subsequent film debut in 1969 was in Pupi Avati's Thomas e gli indemoniati, marking the beginning of her successful film career.
Throughout her career, Melato continued to impress audiences with her captivating performances, leaving a lasting impact on the world of Italian cinema and theatre.
