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Rossana Podestà

Breakthrough Years
1956
Rossana Podestà achieved international stardom with the titular role in Warner Bros.' epic Helen of Troy. This Hollywood production, where she was chosen from hundreds of actresses, launched her onto the global stage, making her a recognizable face worldwide.
1965
She achieved significant commercial success in Italy with the heist comedy 7 uomini d'oro (Seven Golden Men). This film, followed by a popular sequel, demonstrated her versatility beyond epic dramas and cemented her status as a leading actress in Italian commercial cinema.
1977
Podestà scored another major box-office hit with the acclaimed Italian comedy Il gatto. Starring alongside Vittorio Gassman, this popular film reaffirmed her comedic talent and continued appeal to Italian audiences in the late 1970s.