Walter Santesso was an Italian-American actor best known for his role as Paparazzo in the 1960 film La Dolce Vita, as well as his performances in La carica delle patate and Eroe vagabondo. He was born on February 27, 1931, in Vigonza, Veneto, Italy, and passed away on January 20, 2008, in the same town.
Personal and Family Life
Walter Santesso’s personal life was marked by his dedication to acting and filmmaking. Although details about his family are limited, he maintained a close connection to his Italian heritage throughout his life.
Career
Santesso’s career spanned several decades, during which he showcased his talent in various films and television shows. He gained significant recognition for his role in La Dolce Vita, which contributed to the popularization of the term “paparazzi” for aggressive photographers chasing celebrities.
Death and Legacy
Walter Santesso died on January 20, 2008, in his hometown of Vigonza, Veneto, Italy. His portrayal of Paparazzo not only left a lasting impression on audiences but also influenced the media landscape, shaping how celebrities are pursued by photographers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dulcinea | 1963-03-19 | Diego |
| I cinque dell’Adamello | 1954-11-30 | Piero |
| Eroe vagabondo | 1966-01-01 | |
| Avventura a Capri | 1959-04-14 | |
| L’Homme de ma vie | 1952-04-16 | Michel |
| La dolce vita | 1960-02-05 | Paparazzo |
| Objetivo: las estrellas | 1963-03-01 | Lucas |
| Cronache del ’22 | 1961-11-23 | Gianni |
| Allegro squadrone | 1954-12-05 | Defaulter |
| Il cielo brucia | 1958-06-14 | Damonte |
| Serenata amara | 1952-11-21 | Fabrizio |
| Gambe d’oro | 1958-08-27 | Teodoro |
| Canzone d’amore | 1954-09-02 | Mario |
| Promesse di marinaio | 1958-07-07 | |
| L’ultima sentenza | 1951-11-15 | University Peer |
| El Alamein | 1957-09-19 | Gennaro |
| Le Bal des espions | 1960-09-02 | |
| Madri pericolose | 1960-08-06 | Peppino, il fotografo detto Dolce Vita |
| Mercanti di vergini | 1969-03-22 |