Franca Belli was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Unknown Men of San Marino,” “La storia di una capinera,” and “Amore imperiale.”
Personal and Family Life
Franca Belli, born Franca Phelan in Catania, Italy, got married to set designer Boris Bilinsky in 1936 in Florence, Italy. They had a daughter named Valeria, who was born on December 4, 1939, and sadly passed away on November 2, 1996. After Boris’s death, Franca and Valeria moved first to Spain and then to France in 1953, where they settled near Paris.
Death and Legacy
Franca Belli died on June 6, 2012, in Melun, France, due to Alzheimer’s disease. Her legacy lives on through her films and the memories her family continues to cherish. Franca followed her passion for acting throughout her life, contributing to the film industry in various significant roles.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | Unknown Men of San Marino | Beatrice – Leo’s wife |
| 1943 | La storia di una capinera | N/A |
| 1941 | Amore imperiale | N/A |