Italian actress Claudia Cardinale, a star of Hollywood’s golden age, has graced over 100 films since her career peaked between 1960 and 1970. Known for classics like 8½ (1963), The Leopard (1963), and Once Upon a Time in the West (1968), Cardinale worked alongside legends such as Burt Lancaster and Rock Hudson. She resisted Hollywood’s restrictive contracts, choosing creative freedom instead. Now 86, she embraces aging naturally, shunning cosmetic surgery while advocating for women’s rights. Cardinale’s enduring talent and authenticity have made her an inspiring figure of timeless beauty and resilience in cinema history.
