Italy On This Day

Pier Luigi Nervi - architect Striking designs from football stadiums to churches The brilliant structural engineer and architect Pier Luigi ...

Gian Galeazzo Sforza - Duke of Milan Ruler who never truly held power Gian Galeazzo Sforza, the third member of the Sforza family to have th...

Pier Angeli - Hollywood star Actress hailed for talent and beauty died tragically young The actress Pier Angeli, a Hollywood star in the 19...

Isabella Rossellini - actress and model Daughter of ‘cinema royalty’ who became star in her own right  The actress and model Isabella Rossel...

Rinaldo ‘Dindo’ Capello - endurance racing driver Three times winner of the Le Mans 24 Hours   Rinaldo ‘Dindo’ Capello , one of Italy’s most...