Mario Brega was an Italian actor known for his roles in “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly,” “A Fistful of Dollars,” and “For a Few Dollars More.” Born on March 25, 1923, in Rome, Lazio, Italy, he became famous for portraying heavy and rude characters in films, especially spaghetti westerns.
Personal and Family Life
Mario Brega, originally named Florestano Brega, had a background as a butcher before he found success in acting. He was a big supporter of the Lazio Calcio soccer team, which is the oldest multi-sport team in Rome. Brega’s impressive height of 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) added to his commanding screen presence.
Career
Brega specialized in playing villainous roles throughout his career, earning a reputation as a beefy character actor in Italian cinema. Despite a misspelling crediting him as “Maria Brega” in “An Angel for Satan,” he continued to make a significant impact in the film industry with various memorable performances.
Death and Legacy
Mario Brega passed away on July 23, 1994, in Rome, Italy, due to a heart attack. His legacy lives on through his memorable performances and contributions to the spaghetti western genre, cementing him as a beloved figure in Italian cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Un genio, due compari, un pollo | 1975-12-16 | Coach Driver |
| Se t’incontro, t’ammazzo | 1971-03-27 | Grendel |
| Troppo forte | 1986-01-30 | Sergio |
| Il grande silenzio | 1968-02-21 | Martin |
| Il mio nome รจ Nessuno | 1973-12-13 | Pedro |
| Un sacco bello | 1980-01-19 | Mario |
| Borotalco | 1982-01-22 | Augusto |
| Da uomo a uomo | 1967-08-31 | One-Eye (Paco) |
| Un minuto per pregare, un istante per morire | 1968-02-08 | Kraut |
| El precio de un hombre | 1966-11-04 | Miguel Cortinas |