In the days of her power, she was one of the top names in Italian film and much loved for her personality as well as her acting skills. But like all mortals, there comes a time of departure. For Gina Lollobrigida, death came knocking at the ripe age of 95.
The news of her passing opened the doors of memories for many who knew her, and they poured into the streets of social media to recall her heydays on the material plane. Her impact on the scene, and what they loved the most about her.
From celebs to politicians down to ordinary fans, many have wonderful things to share about Gina, who was also an accomplished painter, photographer and sculptor.
Acknowledging her death and her contributions to Italian culture, Italy’s culture minister Gennaro Sangiuliano described the late Gina as a “diva of the silver screen.” He went on to share some insights into her career trajectory, noting how she had contributed to Italian cinema history for more than half a century.
In September last year, Gina Lollobrigida had a bad fall and had to be operated on the thigh. However, the cause of her death has not been given at the time of writing.
