Custom Made Bronze Statue of Sophia Loren

History and Facts of Sophia Loren

Sofia Villani Scicolone, Dame of the Grand Cross, OMRI born 20 September 1934), known by her stage name Sophia Loren , is an Italian film actress and singer. Encouraged to enroll in acting lessons after entering a beauty pageant, Loren began her film career in 1950 at age 16. She appeared in several bit parts and minor roles in the early part of the decade, until her five-picture contract with Paramount in 1956 launched her international career. Notable film appearances around this time include The Pride and the Passion, Houseboat, and It Started in Naples. Wikipedia