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Pippo Santonastaso
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Pippo Santonastaso (right) with his brother Mario (left)
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| Born | 25 May 1936 Castel San Giovanni, Piacenza
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| Occupation | actor |
Pippo Santonastaso (born on May 25, 1936) is an Italian actor and comedian. He is known for his funny performances. He has appeared in many films and TV shows.
Life and Career
Pippo Santonastaso was born in Castel San Giovanni, a town near Piacenza, Italy. He started his career with his younger brother, Mario. They formed a comedy team together. Mario Santonastaso was born in 1937 and passed away on January 8, 2021.
The brothers became very popular in their home region. Soon, they also appeared on television. They were featured in many variety shows on RAI, which is Italy's national TV network.
After becoming famous on TV, Pippo started acting in movies. This happened in the late 1970s. He often played funny supporting roles in comedy films. He worked with famous actors, including Adriano Celentano, as his sidekick.
