Miriam Leone facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Miriam Leone
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Leone in 2008
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| Born | 14 April 1985 Catania, Italy
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Title | Miss Italia 2008 |
| Spouse(s) |
Paolo Carullo
(m. 2021) |
| Children | 1 |
Miriam Leone (born on April 14, 1985) is a famous Italian actress and former beauty queen. She became well-known after winning the Miss Italia contest in 2008.
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Who is Miriam Leone?
Miriam Leone is a talented Italian actress. She started her career by winning a big beauty contest. Since then, she has starred in many popular movies and TV shows.
Her Early Life
Miriam Leone was born in Catania, Italy. She grew up in a town called Acireale. Her father was a literature teacher, and her mother worked for the local government. Miriam also has a younger brother named Sergio. She went to high school in Acireale. Later, she started studying at the University of Catania, but she did not finish her degree.
Becoming Miss Italia
In 2008, Miriam took part in the Miss Italia contest. She was first eliminated from the competition. But then, she was brought back and ended up winning the whole thing! She also won a special award called "Miss Cinema." This award came with a scholarship for acting studies.
From TV Host to Actress
After winning Miss Italia, Miriam started working on TV. She co-hosted a morning show called Unomattina estate on Rai Uno. She also judged a show called Ciak! Si Canta. In 2011, she hosted the Nastro d'Argento award ceremony.
First Steps in Acting
Miriam soon began her acting journey. She started with smaller parts in TV shows. Her first main role was in the police series Distretto di Polizia. She also starred in La dama velata.
Starring in Big Shows
Miriam became very famous for her roles in TV series. She played Veronica Castello in the Sky Atlantic trilogy: 1992, 1993, and 1994. She also had the main role in the crime series Non uccidere. In 2018, she starred in the movie Put Grandma in the Freezer.
Playing Eva Kant
One of Miriam's most notable roles is Eva Kant. She played this character in a series of three movies. These films are based on the popular Italian comic series Diabolik.
What's Next?
Miriam Leone is still very active in her career. She is set to co-host the third night of the Sanremo Music Festival 2025. This is a very big music event in Italy.
Miriam's Personal Life
Miriam Leone is married to Paolo Carullo. He is a businessman and a DJ. They got married in September 2021. They also have a son together.
Movies and TV Series
Miriam Leone has appeared in many films and television shows. Here are some of them:
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2010 | Parents and Children: Shake Well Before Using | Luigi's girlfriend | Cameo appearance |
| 2011 | I soliti idioti: Il film | TV reporter | Cameo appearance |
| 2014 | Unique Brothers | Sofia | |
| La scuola più bella del mondo | Margherita Rivolta | ||
| 2016 | An Almost Perfect Town | Anna | |
| At War with Love | Flora Guarneri | ||
| Sweet Dreams | Agnese | ||
| 2018 | Put Grandma in the Freezer | Claudia Maria Lusi | |
| The Invisible Witness | Laura Vitale | ||
| 2019 | A Cup of Coffee with Marilyn | Oriana Fallaci | Short film |
| Love Under House Arrest | Anna | ||
| 2021 | Marilyn's Eyes | Clara Pagani | |
| Diabolik | Eva Kant | ||
| 2022 | Corro da te | Chiara | |
| Diabolik: Ginko Attacks! | Eva Kant | ||
| War - La guerra desiderata | Lea | ||
| 2023 | Diabolik: Who Are You? | Eva Kant |
TV Series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2008 | Miss Italia | Herself | Contestant; winner |
| 2010 | Il ritmo della vita | Lizabeth | Television film |
| 2011 | Camera Café | Herself | Episode: "Constatazione amichevole" |
| 2011–2012 | Distretto di Polizia | Mara Fermi | Main role (season 11); 26 episodes |
| 2012 | Un passo dal cielo | Astrid | Recurring role (season 2); 7 episodes |
| 2014 | Il tredicesimo apostolo | Miriam | Episode: "Il pianto del demonio" |
| 2015 | La dama velata | Countess Clara Grandi | Lead role; 12 episodes |
| 1992 | Veronica Castello | Main role; 10 episodes | |
| 2015–2018 | Non uccidere | Valeria Ferro | Lead role; 36 episodes |
| 2016 | Medici | Bianca | Episode: "Original Sin" |
| 2017 | In arte Nino | Erminia Ferrari | Television film |
| 1993 | Veronica Castello | Main role; 8 episodes | |
| 2019 | 1994 | Main role; 8 episodes | |
| 2023 | The Lions of Sicily | Giulia Portalupi | Main role |
| 2024 | Miss Fallaci | Oriana Fallaci | Lead role, also writer |
See also
In Spanish: Miriam Leone para niños
