Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1963-09-30
- Born Place: Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
Also Known As:
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Gaetano Aronica
Gaetano Aronica, born on September 30, 1963, in Agrigento, Sicily, is a renowned Italian actor and director celebrated for his impactful work in film, television, and theatre. He studied at the Civica Scuola di Teatro Paolo Grassi in Milan and graduated with honors from the University of Palermo in Arts, Music, and Entertainment. Aronica gained international recognition for his role as Nino Scordia in Giuseppe Tornatore’s Malèna (2000) and furthered his career with notable appearances in Baarìa (2009) and the Netflix series Barbarians (2020). Beyond acting, he has been deeply involved in theatre, serving as president of the Teatro Pirandello Foundation in Agrigento, directing several productions rooted in Sicilian culture. His performances have earned him several awards, including the Efebo d’Argento and the Premio Randone, and he remains an advocate for social change, particularly emphasizing women’s roles in society. Aronica continues to be a prominent figure in Italian arts, blending his Sicilian heritage with a versatile and socially engaged career.

