Monica Belucci | English, Italian, Persian, French, Spanish

Before transitioning to Italian and American films, Monica Bellucci began her career as a fashion model for Dior and Dolce & Gabbana. At the age of 13, she started posing for local photo enthusiasts. In 1988, she moved to one of Europe’s fashion centers, Milan, where she signed up with Elite Model Management with the help of model agent Piero Piazzi. Bellucci became prominent as a fashion model in Paris, across the Atlantic, and in New York City in 1989. That same year, she enrolled in acting courses and ventured into the entertainment industry.

Bellucci’s acting career took off in the early 1990s when she played minor roles in the Italia comedy-drama La Riffa and Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Her portrayal of Lisa in the French film The Apartment in 1996 credited her with a Cesar Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination. Over the years, Bellucci has achieved massive success in her career. Moreover, she’s a proficient speaker in languages other than English, such as Italian, Persian, French, and Spanish.

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