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Pippo Franco: Biography, Facts and Career

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Pippo Franco
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Francesco Pippo (born 2 September 1940), known professionally as Pippo Franco, is an Italian actor, comedian, television presenter, and singer. He made his name first as a musician in the early 1960s, and in the late 1960s, began a career in film, starring in a great number of commedia sexy all'italiana, the "sexy comedy" subgenre of Italian comedy. In the 1970s he expanded into television, acting in TV movies and presenting variety shows. His type of comedy borrows heavily from cabaret. Throughout his career he continued to sing, appearing many times at the Sanremo Music Festival. He has made children's music as well, and has co-written three books on (linguistic) humor.

Quick facts about Pippo Franco

  • Full name: Pippo Franco
  • Born: 1940-09-02
  • Nationality: Italy
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q1725191

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Who is Pippo Franco?

Francesco Pippo (born 2 September 1940), known professionally as Pippo Franco, is an Italian actor, comedian, television presenter, and singer.

What nationality is Pippo Franco?

Pippo Franco is Italy.

When was Pippo Franco born?

Pippo Franco was born on 1940-09-02.

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