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Greta Scacchi ( SKAK-ee, Italian: [ˈɡrɛːta ˈskakki]; born 18 February 1960) is an actress. Born in Italy to a British-Italian couple, she was raised in Britain and finally settled in Australia, becoming a naturalized citizen in January 1995. Scacchi had her first leading role in the romantic drama film Heat and Dust (1983), for which she received a BAFTA Award nomination. She subsequently played prominent roles in the films White Mischief (1987), Presumed Innocent (1990), The Player (1992), Emma (1996), and Looking for Alibrandi (2000).

Quick facts about Greta Scacchi

  • Full name: Greta Scacchi
  • Born: 1960-02-18
  • Nationality: Italy
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q235351

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Who is Greta Scacchi?

Greta Scacchi ( SKAK-ee, Italian: [ˈɡrɛːta ˈskakki]; born 18 February 1960) is an actress.

What nationality is Greta Scacchi?

Greta Scacchi is Italy.

When was Greta Scacchi born?

Greta Scacchi was born on 1960-02-18.

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