Rocco D’Assunta was an American actor born on February 7, 1904, in Palermo, Sicily, Italy. He is best known for his roles in Seduced and Abandoned (1964), Anna (1951), and Ci sposeremo a Capri (1956). He passed away on January 27, 1970, in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Personal and Family Life
Rocco D’Assunta was the father of actress Solvejg D’Assunta. Not much is widely known about his personal life or family background, but his legacy continues through his daughter’s work in acting.
Career Highlights
D’Assunta had a notable career in film, appearing in several Italian movies from the 1930s to the 1960s. His performances in films like Sedotta e abbandonata and Un americano a Roma helped solidify his place in Italian cinema. Rocco was recognized for his versatility and ability to portray various characters throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Rocco D’Assunta died on January 27, 1970, in Rome, Italy. His contributions to film and his connection to the acting world through his daughter, Solvejg, have ensured that his memory remains in the Italian cinematic history. His work continues to be appreciated by audiences today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| L’uomo, la bestia e la virtù | 1953-05-09 | Zeppo |
| O.K. Nerone | 1951-11-20 | Pannunzia, the Prefect |
| È arrivato il Cavaliere | 1950-12-06 | Capo dei Banditi |
| I fuorilegge | 1950-06-09 | don Agatino Santoro |
| Il brigante Musolino | 1950-12-06 | Rocco Creo, the sacristan |
| Sedotta e abbandonata | 1964-01-30 | Orlando Califano |
| I soldi | 1965-11-25 | |
| Pensaci, Giacomino! | 1936-01-01 | Un cliente |
| Un americano a Roma | 1954-12-10 | Commissioner |
| Guardie e ladri | 1951-11-29 | Client in Tavern |
| Re di danari | 1936-09-01 | don Carlo |
| Una bruna indiavolata! | 1951-11-21 | Il ladro |
| Totò, lascia o raddoppia? | 1956-05-03 | Joe Taccola |
| Totò a colori | 1952-04-08 | Il cognato siciliano |
| Un cattivo soggetto | 1933-01-01 | |
| L’antenato | 1936-09-26 | |
| Lasciate ogni speranza | 1937-01-01 | |
| Passaporto rosso | 1935-11-13 | Un soldato in trincea con Gianni Casati |
| La segretaria per tutti | 1932-10-16 | |
| Anna | 1951-12-20 | un padre |
| Canto per te | 1954-03-20 | |
| Creature della notte | 1934-01-01 | |
| Ci sposeremo a Capri | 1956-09-06 | Onorato Raimondi |
| Amaramente | 1956-12-24 | |
| Mafia alla sbarra | 1963-02-15 | |
| Natale al campo 119 | 1947-12-22 | Loiacono, il siciliano |
| Liolà | 1964-01-23 |