Jackie Basehart was an American actor known for his roles in The Black Corsair, The Inglorious Bastards, and Tea with Mussolini. He was born John Anthony Carmine Michael Basehart on October 11, 1951, in Santa Monica, California, and passed away on May 20, 2015, in Milan, Italy.
Personal and Family Life
Jackie Basehart was the son of famous actors Richard Basehart and Valentina Cortese. He had an older half-sister named Gayla Basehart. Throughout his life, he was close friends with Massimo Serato and had a significant relationship with model and actress Antonia Dell’Atte in the early 1980s. He was married to Tatiana Basehart until his death.
Death and Legacy
Jackie Basehart died from a rare disease known as progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), which affected his movement, speech, and overall cognitive abilities. His passing on May 20, 2015, in Milan marked the end of a notable career in film and television. He is remembered for his contributions to the industry and his familial ties to prominent actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Quel maledetto treno blindato | 1978-02-08 | Berle |
| Mafia, una legge che non perdona | 1980-01-01 | Tony |
| Sesso e volentieri | 1982-10-14 | Principe e marito dell’Antonelli |
| Viuuulentemente mia | 1982-10-21 | Frank Lovejoy |
| Ciao nemico | 1982-01-01 | Kirk Jones |
| Il corsaro nero | 1976-12-22 | Corsaro Rosso |
| Mimì Bluette… fiore del mio giardino | 1976-09-10 | David Ross |
| La linea del fiume | 1976-05-06 | Owen |
| Mai con le donne | 1985-09-27 | Sonny |
| Il Ritorno di Sandokan | 1996-10-06 | Sir Burton |
| Yesterday – vacanze al mare | 1985-12-19 | Gigi |
| Verdi | 1982-10-13 | Achilles de Tamberlic |