History of Monica Bellucci in Timeline

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Monica Bellucci

Monica Bellucci is an Italian actress and model recognized for her work in Italian, American, and French films. Beginning her career as a fashion model, she transitioned to acting, showcasing versatility across genres and languages. Her contributions to film have been acknowledged with awards like the David di Donatello and nominations at the Saturn and César Awards. In 2018, she was recognized by Forbes Italy as one of the 100 most successful Italian women.

1963: Reference to Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

The 2011 film "The Ages of Love" includes a scene echoing a sequence in the 1963 film "Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow", where Sophia Loren stripteased for Marcello Mastroianni.

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September 1964: Monica Bellucci Born in Città di Castello, Italy

On 30 September 1964, Monica Anna Maria Bellucci was born in Città di Castello, Umbria, Italy.

September 1964: Monica Bellucci Born

On September 1964, Monica Anna Maria Bellucci was born in Italy.

1966: Original film release

In 1966, Jean-Pierre Melville's gangster film of the same title was released. "The Second Wind" starring Monica Bellucci is a remake of this critically acclaimed film.

1977: Sexual abuse charges against Roman Polanski

In 1977, Roman Polanski faced sexual abuse charges, leading to his arrest in 2009. Monica Bellucci and others signed a petition in 2009 to support him.

1983: Modeled at a Fashion Show at Teatro degli Illuminati

In 1983, Monica Bellucci was dressed by Pina Alberti and modeled at a fashion show at the Teatro degli Illuminati in Città di Castello as part of an event called Momento Donna, hosted by Maria Giovanna Elmi.

1987: Meeting Claudio Carlos Basso

In 1987, Monica Bellucci met Italian photographer Claudio Carlos Basso, who recruited her for a photography session. At the time, Bellucci was 23 years old.

1987: Assessment by Piero Piazzi at Elite Model Management

In 1987, Piero Piazzi initially assessed Monica Bellucci at Elite Model Management, deeming her "not ready".

1988: Signed to Elite and Cover of Elle France and Vogue Spain

Between 1988 and 1989, Monica Bellucci was signed to a contract with Elite. In 1988, she featured on the cover of Elle France, photographed by Oliviero Toscani, and Vogue Spain.

1989: Signed to Elite and Cover of Elle France and Vogue Spain

Between 1988 and 1989, Monica Bellucci was signed to a contract with Elite. In 1988, she featured on the cover of Elle France, photographed by Oliviero Toscani, and Vogue Spain.

1989: Living in New York and Becoming a Millionaire

In 1989, Monica Bellucci lived in New York and was already a millionaire due to her modeling career.

January 1990: Marriage to Claudio Carlos Basso

On 3 January 1990, Monica Bellucci married Italian photographer Claudio Carlos Basso in Monte-Carlo.

1990: Recommendation for Vita coi figli

In 1990, Carlo Vanzina recommended Monica Bellucci to Dino Risi for the television miniseries Vita coi figli after noticing her photo in a magazine.

1990: Met Nicola Farron on set of Vita coi figli

In 1990, Monica Bellucci met Italian actor Nicola Farron on the set of Vita coi figli, beginning a relationship that would last for several years.

1990: Image Used for Dior Haute Couture Line

In 1990, the French luxury house Dior used Monica Bellucci's image and name for its Haute Couture line.

May 1991: Acting Debut in Vita coi figli

In May 1991, Monica Bellucci made her acting debut in Vita coi figli, a two-part television film, playing the role of Elda.

1991: Acting Debut in Vita coi figli

In 1991, Monica Bellucci made her acting debut in the Italian television miniseries Vita coi figli.

1991: Brand Ambassador for L'Oréal and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue

In 1991, Monica Bellucci was the brand ambassador for the cosmetics company L'Oréal and appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

1992: First Catwalk Appearance for Dolce & Gabbana

According to Stefano Gabbana, 1992 was the first time Monica Bellucci returned to the catwalk for the house since 1992.

1992: Combining Modeling and Acting

In 1992, Monica Bellucci combined her work as a model with her acting debut.

1992: Role in Bram Stoker's Dracula

In 1992, Monica Bellucci played one of Dracula's brides in the horror film Bram Stoker's Dracula.

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1993: First Meeting with Giuseppe Tornatore

In 1993, Monica Bellucci first met Giuseppe Tornatore when he directed her in a television advertisement for Dolce & Gabbana perfume.

1995: Met Vincent Cassel on set of The Apartment

In 1995, Monica Bellucci and French actor Vincent Cassel met on the set of their film, The Apartment.

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1995: Separated from Nicola Farron

In 1995, Monica Bellucci and Nicola Farron separated due to increasing attention from other men and instability in their relationship.

1995: Moved to Paris

In 1995, Monica Bellucci moved to France and settled in Paris to improve her career prospects in the film industry.

1996: Acted with Vincent Cassel

In 1996, Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel began acting together in films, with a total of nine collaborations between 1996 and 2006.

1996: Breakthrough Role in The Apartment

In 1996, Monica Bellucci had her breakthrough role in The Apartment, receiving a César Award nomination.

1996: César Award Nomination for The Apartment

In 1996, Monica Bellucci's performance as Lisa in the French film noir, The Apartment, earned her a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actress. This nomination significantly boosted her career in France and solidified her position as a respected actress.

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1997: Brand Ambassador and Muse of Cartier Jewellery

In 1997, Monica Bellucci became the brand ambassador and muse of Cartier jewellery, also posing for the Pirelli Calendar.

1997: Roles in Dobermann and James Bond Audition

In 1997, Monica Bellucci starred in Jan Kounen's Dobermann, where she played a mute Romani woman, necessitating her to learn sign language. Also in 1997, she auditioned with Pierce Brosnan for the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies at his request, but was not cast due to studio preferences for an American actress.

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1998: Globo d'oro Award for L'ultimo capodanno

In 1998, Monica Bellucci received a Globo d'oro Award for Best Actress for her leading role as Giulia Giovannini in the Italian comedy-drama L'ultimo capodanno.

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August 1999: Married Vincent Cassel

In August 1999, Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel married in Monaco.

1999: Discovery of Human Trafficking Network

In 1999, a vast human trafficking network was discovered in post-war Bosnia and Herzegovina. This event is depicted in the 2010 film "The Whistleblower", where Monica Bellucci played Laura Leviani.

2000: Attention from American Audiences in Under Suspicion and International Recognition in Malèna

In 2000, Monica Bellucci gained the attention of American audiences in Under Suspicion and achieved greater international recognition for her role as Malèna Scordia in Malèna.

2000: International success with Malèna

In 2000, Monica Bellucci portrayed Malèna Scordia in the film Malèna, set in Sicily. This role brought her worldwide attention and international success. Miramax secured the film for US distribution.

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2000: Posed for GQ Calendar

In 2000, Monica Bellucci posed for the GQ calendar, photographed by Gian Paolo Barbieri.

2000: Lead role in Under Suspicion and Cannes debut

In 2000, Monica Bellucci starred in her first English-language lead role in Under Suspicion, alongside Morgan Freeman and Gene Hackman, which marked her introduction to American audiences. The film's selection as a closing film at the 2000 Cannes Film Festival also marked her red-carpet debut at the event.

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2000: Malèna released

In 2000, with the release of Malèna, Thomas of the Los Angeles Times stated Monica Bellucci "has the impact of the great Italian stars". Paul Tatara of CNN International called her a "world-class bombshell".

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2000: National and International Magazine Covers

Since 2000, Monica Bellucci has appeared on national and international covers of numerous magazines, including Elle, GQ, Harper's Bazaar, and Vogue.

2001: Posed nude with caviar on breasts for Esquire

In 2001, Monica Bellucci posed nude with caviar on her breasts for the cover of Esquire's Desire issue.

2001: Role in Brotherhood of the Wolf

In 2001, Monica Bellucci starred in Brotherhood of the Wolf, a French period drama based on historical events. She played an underused role as a courtesan-papist spy.

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2002: Named Number One on AskMen's "Top 99 Most Desirable Women"

In 2002, AskMen named Monica Bellucci number one on their list of the "Top 99 Most Desirable Women".

2002: Controversial role in Irréversible

In 2002, Monica Bellucci co-starred in Gaspar Noé's Irréversible. The film premiered at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival, and generated controversy due to its graphic content.

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2002: Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra and Saturn Awards nomination

In 2002, Monica Bellucci starred in Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra, a light-hearted comedy where she portrayed Cleopatra. Also in 2002, she received a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Saturn Awards for Brotherhood of the Wolf.

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2002: Roles in Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra and Irréversible

In 2002, Monica Bellucci starred in the comedy Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra and portrayed a rape victim in the controversial thriller Irréversible.

2002: Starred in Irreversible

In 2002, The Times' Pearce described Monica Bellucci as "arguably the world's most beautiful actress", noting her specialization in playing "ugly scenes", as exemplified by the rape scene in Irréversible.

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May 2003: Mistress of Ceremonies at Cannes Film Festival

In May 2003, Monica Bellucci was mistress of ceremonies at the 56th Cannes Film Festival, presiding over the opening and closing ceremonies.

2003: Bellucci as Italy's national sweetheart

In 2003, Chris Campion of The Daily Telegraph stated: "'La Bellucci' is Italy's national sweetheart and an icon of European cinema".

2003: Roles in Remember Me, My Love and Tears of the Sun

In 2003, Monica Bellucci played Alessia in the Italian film Remember Me, My Love, earning her the Nastro d'Argento award for Best Supporting Actress. Also in 2003, she co-starred with Bruce Willis in Tears of the Sun.

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2003: Portrayal of Persephone in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions

In 2003, Monica Bellucci portrayed Persephone in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions. The Matrix Reloaded was a commercial success, while The Matrix Revolutions received mixed reviews.

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September 2004: Birth of daughter Deva

On 12 September 2004, Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel's first daughter, Deva, was born in Rome.

November 2004: Triggering Christmas Illuminations on the Champs-Élysées

On 23 November 2004, Monica Bellucci inaugurated the Christmas illuminations on the Champs-Élysées avenue by pressing the button that triggered the lights. She was the first foreign public figure invited by the City of Paris and the Champs-Élysées Committee to inaugurate this annual celebration.

2004: Role as Mary Magdalene in The Passion of the Christ

In 2004, Monica Bellucci played Mary Magdalene in Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ. Despite initial concerns about the film's success, it became a major commercial hit. Bellucci had to quickly learn Aramaic and Latin for the role.

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2004: Posed Nude for Vanity Fair Italy and Status with Cartier Made Public

In 2004, while pregnant, Monica Bellucci posed nude for the Italian cover of Vanity Fair in protest against Italian laws on in vitro fertilization. Also, her status as the only actress contractually bound to Cartier was made public.

2004: "Most Beautiful Woman in the World"

Monica Bellucci was named the "Most Beautiful Woman in the World" in 2004 in an Ipsos survey of 1,002 people in France that was commissioned by TF1.

April 2005: Unveiling of Wax Statue at the Grévin Museum

In April 2005, the Grévin Museum in Paris unveiled a wax statue of Monica Bellucci.

July 2005: European Golden Globe Award and role in The Brothers Grimm

On July 2, 2005, Monica Bellucci was awarded the European Golden Globe for cinema at Rome's 45th Globo d'oro ceremony. Also in 2005, she played the Mirror Queen in Terry Gilliam's The Brothers Grimm.

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2005: Role in How Much Do You Love Me?

In 2005, Monica Bellucci played a prostitute in How Much Do You Love Me?

2005: Object of desire

In 2005, Salisbury wrote in The Guardian that Monica Bellucci represents an "international object of desire" and said: "[i]n person, as on screen, Bellucci radiates a rare, otherworldly beauty".

May 2006: Jury Member at Cannes Film Festival

From 17 to 28 May 2006, Monica Bellucci was a jury member at the 59th Cannes Film Festival.

2006: Conferred with the knight insignia of the Order of Arts and Letters

In 2006, French Minister of the Interior Nicolas Sarkozy conferred Monica Bellucci with the knight insignia of the Order of Arts and Letters.

2006: Acted with Vincent Cassel

In 2006, Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel acted together in nine films between 1996 and 2006.

2006: Knight Insignia of the French Order of Arts and Letters

In 2006, Monica Bellucci received the knight insignias of the French Order of Arts and Letters.

2006: Roles in Napoleon and Me and The Stone Council

In 2006, Monica Bellucci starred in Napoleon and Me as Baroness Emilia. Also in 2006, she appeared in the film d'auteur (auteur film) The Stone Council, an adaptation from the novel of the same name.

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2006: Named Brand Ambassador for Dior

In 2006, Monica Bellucci was named brand ambassador for Dior and the face of a range of products.

2006: Interview about meeting her first husband

In a 2006 interview, Monica Bellucci discussed meeting her first husband, Claudio Carlos Basso, in 1987.

September 2007: Release of Shoot 'Em Up in the US

In September 2007, the action thriller Shoot 'Em Up, starring Monica Bellucci, Paul Giamatti, and Clive Owen, was released in the US. Bellucci portrayed Donna Quintano in the movie.

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November 2007: Commercial Failures of Films

In November 2007, Le Monde reported on the commercial failures of "The Second Wind" and "The Stone Council".

2007: Cartier Collection Inspired by Bellucci Presented in Dubai

In 2007, Cartier designed a collection of luxury diamond jewellery inspired by Monica Bellucci, first presented at a Cartier event in Dubai.

2007: Role in Shoot 'Em Up

In 2007, Monica Bellucci acted in Shoot 'Em Up.

2007: Named "Most Beautiful Woman in the World"

In 2007, Monica Bellucci was named the "Most Beautiful Woman in the World" in an Ipsos survey of 1,002 people in France that was commissioned by TF1.

May 2008: Named Second-Most-Popular European Personality in France

On 9 May 2008, it was reported that Monica Bellucci was the second-most-popular European personality (excluding France) among the French, according to a survey of 1,003 people conducted by the Superior Audiovisual Council as part of Europe Day.

2008: Co-starring in Wild Blood

In 2008, Monica Bellucci co-starred in Marco Tullio Giordana's "Wild Blood" with Luca Zingaretti. The movie explores the lives of Luisa Ferida and Osvaldo Valenti during the Italian Fascism period.

2008: Supporting a fundraising campaign for children with cancer

In 2008, Monica Bellucci supported a fundraising campaign for a center dedicated to children battling cancer, located in Prima Porta, Italy. The initiative was led by the Associazione Genitori Oncologia Pediatrica (AGOP).

March 2009: World Actress Award

On 5 March 2009, Monica Bellucci received a World Actress Award at the Women's World Award in Vienna.

2009: Support for Roman Polanski

In 2009, Monica Bellucci signed a petition along with other filmmakers to support film director Roman Polanski, who had been arrested in connection with his 1977 sexual abuse charges.

March 2010: Organizing Nuit des Femmes

In March 2010, Monica Bellucci organized the Nuit des Femmes (Women's Night), bringing together female politicians, researchers, doctors, lawyers, writers, painters, and business leaders to discuss the progress of women's rights in France. The funds raised during the event supported the creation of accommodation, reintegration, and support centers for single mothers in precarious situations.

April 2010: Semi-Nude Cover for Vanity Fair Italy

In April 2010, Monica Bellucci posed semi-nude while pregnant for the cover of Vanity Fair Italy.

May 2010: Birth of daughter Léonie

On 21 May 2010, Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel's second daughter, Léonie, was born in Rome.

2010: Role in The Whistleblower

In 2010, Monica Bellucci acted in The Whistleblower.

2010: End of Dior Ambassadorship

In 2010, Monica Bellucci's role as brand ambassador for Dior concluded.

2011: Brand Ambassador for Éric Bompard

In 2011, Cashmere goods manufacturer Éric Bompard appointed Monica Bellucci as its brand ambassador for its winter advertising campaign.

2011: French authorities sought unpaid taxes

In 2011, French authorities tried to recover unpaid French taxes for the tax years 2011 to 2013 from Monica Bellucci, suspecting tax evasion.

2011: Role in The Ages of Love

In 2011, Monica Bellucci acted in The Ages of Love.

2011: Ranked Fourth in Los Angeles Times Magazine's list of the "50 most beautiful women in film"

In 2011, Monica Bellucci was ranked fourth in Los Angeles Times Magazine's list of the "50 most beautiful women in film". She was voted number one on NRJ 12's list of "100 sexiest stars of 2011", which was based on a nationwide survey conducted in France that included American and French actresses, models, singers, female athletes and television presenters.

November 2012: Attending state dinner at the Elysée Palace

On 21 November 2012, Monica Bellucci attended a state dinner hosted by French President François Hollande at the Elysée Palace in Paris. The dinner was part of the visit of Italian President Giorgio Napolitano and his ministers.

2012: Performance in Rhino Season

In 2012, Monica Bellucci starred in "Rhino Season" and learned to speak Persian for the role. Her performance was noted for its poise, grace, and stoic minimalism.

2012: Bellucci speaks about cosmetic procedures

In 2012, Monica Bellucci stated that she had never undergone cosmetic procedures, expressing her preference for natural aging over having her face retouched.

2012: Face of Dolce & Gabbana Lipstick Range

In 2012, Monica Bellucci was the face of an eponymous range of Dolce & Gabbana lipstick.

March 2013: Reflecting on their marriage

In March 2013, Monica Bellucci reflected on the evolution of her marriage with Vincent Cassel, noting their frequent separations due to living in different countries.

August 2013: Announced separation from Vincent Cassel

On 26 August 2013, the separation of Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel by "mutual agreement" was announced, later leading to their divorce.

October 2013: Comments on relationships

In October 2013, Monica Bellucci said she had almost always been in a relationship since the one with her first boyfriend at the age of fourteen.

2013: French authorities sought unpaid taxes

In 2013, French authorities tried to recover unpaid French taxes for the tax years 2011 to 2013 from Monica Bellucci, suspecting tax evasion.

2014: Role in The Wonders

In 2014, Monica Bellucci acted in The Wonders.

October 2015: Donation to Cannes flood recovery

In October 2015, Monica Bellucci donated €10,000 to the City of Cannes to fund a solidarity campaign aimed at supporting recovery efforts following the devastating floods in the Alpes-Maritimes region.

2015: Decided to live in France

By 2015, Monica Bellucci had decided to live in France.

2015: Starring in Ville-Marie

In 2015, Monica Bellucci starred as Sophie Bernard in the Canadian drama film "Ville-Marie". Her performance was praised, and she received the Best Actress Award from the Dublin Film Critics' Circle.

2015: Role in Ville-Marie and Spectre

In 2015, Monica Bellucci's role in Ville-Marie earned her the Dublin Film Critics' Circle Award for Best Actress, and she appeared in the James Bond film Spectre, becoming the oldest Bond girl at age 50.

2015: Bond Girl in Spectre

In 2015, at 50 years old, Monica Bellucci became the oldest Bond girl at that time, playing Lucia Sciarra in Sam Mendes' "Spectre".

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April 2016: Opening of Official Instagram Account and Censorship of Photograph

In April 2016, the agency Karin Models, representing Bellucci, launched her official Instagram account. That same year, Instagram censored a photograph taken by Fred Meylan of Bellucci swimming, pixelating parts of her body.

2016: Presented with the knight insignia in the National Order of the Legion of Honour

In 2016, French President François Hollande presented Monica Bellucci with the knight insignia in the National Order of the Legion of Honour at the Elysée Palace.

2016: Roles in On the Milky Road and Mozart in the Jungle

In 2016, Monica Bellucci appeared in films such as On the Milky Road and in the television series Mozart in the Jungle.

2016: Guest Role in Mozart in the Jungle

In 2016, Monica Bellucci had a guest role in the third season of the American comedy-drama streaming television series "Mozart in the Jungle", portraying Alessandra, an opera singer.

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2016: Starring in On the Milky Road

In 2016, Monica Bellucci portrayed Nevesta in the film "On the Milky Road", a romance set during the 1990s Bosnian War. She had to learn her dialogue in Serbian for the role.

2016: Knight Insignia of the French Legion of Honour

In 2016, Monica Bellucci received the knight insignias of the French Legion of Honour.

July 2017: Nastro d'Argento europeo Award

On 1 July 2017, Monica Bellucci received the Nastro d'Argento europeo (European Silver Ribbon Award) for her performance in "On the Milky Road" at the ancient theatre of Taormina in Sicily.

2017: Started dating Nicolas Lefebvre

In 2017, Monica Bellucci started dating French sculptor and former model Nicolas Lefebvre.

2017: Invitation to Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In 2017, Monica Bellucci was invited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to become a permanent member representing Italy, making her a voting juror for the annual Academy Awards (Oscars).

2017: Maria by Callas documentary

In 2017, the documentary film "Maria by Callas" was released and afterwards writer and director Tom Volf proposed to Monica Bellucci a project based on his book Maria Callas: Lettres & Mémoires.

June 2018: Appeared in Dolce & Gabbana Fashion Parade

In June 2018, Monica Bellucci appeared in a fashion parade for Dolce & Gabbana, opening the second day of Milan Fashion Week.

September 2018: Chair of Judging Panel at Dinard British Film Festival

From 26 to 30 September 2018, Monica Bellucci chaired the judging panel of the 29th Dinard British Film Festival.

2018: Forbes Italy Includes Bellucci in List of 100 Most Successful Italian Women

In 2018, Forbes Italy recognized Monica Bellucci as one of the 100 most successful Italian women.

2018: Valued as the third-richest Italian actor

In 2018, Forbes valued Monica Bellucci's wealth at $45 million, ranking her as the third-richest Italian actor.

2018: French tax investigation

In 2018, French tax authorities investigated Monica Bellucci for non-declaration of a safe and bank accounts in Switzerland linked to an offshore company in the British Virgin Islands (BVI).

2018: Role in Call My Agent!

In 2018, Monica Bellucci acted in Call My Agent! on television.

2018: Leading Role in Nekrotronic

In 2018, Monica Bellucci had a leading role in the Australian comedy science-fiction horror film "Nekrotronic", playing a necromancer and demonic soul-eater.

2018: Included in Forbes Italy's list of "Successful women: the 100 winning Italian women"

In 2018, Monica Bellucci was included in Forbes Italy's list of "Successful women: the 100 winning Italian women".

March 2019: Made relationship with Nicolas Lefebvre official

In early March 2019, Monica Bellucci and Nicolas Lefebvre made their relationship "official" during a Chanel show at the Grand Palais in Paris.

July 2019: Bellucci told Italian magazine F about the end of their relationship with Nicolas Lefebvre.

In early July 2019, Monica Bellucci told Italian magazine F about the end of her relationship with Nicolas Lefebvre.

December 2019: Theatrical Debut in Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs

From 27 November to 6 December 2019, Monica Bellucci made her theatrical debut at the Marigny Theatre in Paris in "Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs", a one-woman show directed by Tom Volf, in which she recited letters on stage.

2019: Catwalk Appearance at Milan Fashion Week

In 2019, Monica Bellucci appeared on the catwalk for Dolce & Gabbana at the Milan fashion week, joining other supermodels from the 1990s.

2019: Cameo Role in The Best Years of a Life

In 2019, Monica Bellucci had a cameo role as Elena, the daughter of Jean-Louis Duroc, in Claude Lelouch's film "The Best Years of a Life", set in Normandy.

2019: Stage Debut in Letters and Memoirs

In 2019, Monica Bellucci made her stage debut as Maria Callas in Letters and Memoirs.

March 2020: Cancellation of Crystal Globe Awards

In March 2020, Monica Bellucci was due to be chairwoman of the 15th Crystal Globe Awards in Paris, but the ceremony was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Awarded the Key to the City of Florence

In 2020, Mayor Dario Nardella awarded Monica Bellucci the Key to the City of Florence.

2020: Role in The Man Who Sold His Skin

In 2020, Monica Bellucci appeared in the film The Man Who Sold His Skin.

July 2021: Attending state dinner hosted by Emmanuel Macron

On 5 July 2021, Monica Bellucci was invited to a state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysée Palace in honor of Italian President Sergio Mattarella and his daughter Laura.

September 2021: Tax obligations up to date

In September 2021, Monica Bellucci stated that she was "up to date with my tax obligations both in France and abroad".

October 2021: Named in the Pandora Papers

In October 2021, Monica Bellucci was named in the Pandora Papers, a massive data leak from offshore entities of high-profile figures.

2021: Ranked among the most beautiful Italian actresses of all time

In 2021, Vogue France ranked Monica Bellucci fourth in its list of the "most beautiful Italian actresses of all time".

2021: David Special Award

In 2021, at the 66th David di Donatello ceremony, Monica Bellucci received a David Special Award for her career achievements.

October 2022: Start of relationship with Tim Burton

In October 2022, Monica Bellucci and American filmmaker Tim Burton began their relationship.

2022: Starring in Memory and Performing Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs

In 2022, Monica Bellucci co-starred in Martin Campbell's action thriller "Memory" and performed "Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs" at Her Majesty's Theatre in London, Chatelet Theatre in Paris, and in Istanbul and Los Angeles.

January 2023: Performance of Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs in New York City

In January 2023, at 58 years old, Monica Bellucci performed the play "Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs" at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.

February 2023: Relationship with Tim Burton reported

In February 2023, Paris Match reported that Monica Bellucci and American filmmaker Tim Burton were in a relationship that began in October 2022.

June 2023: Bellucci confirms relationship with Burton

In June 2023, Monica Bellucci confirmed she was in a relationship with Tim Burton.

October 2023: First public appearance with Tim Burton

In October 2023, Monica Bellucci and Tim Burton made their first public appearance together at the Rome Film Festival.

2023: Purchased a villa on the Greek island of Paros

In 2023, Monica Bellucci purchased a villa on the Greek island of Paros.

2023: Bellucci discusses being objectified

In 2023, Monica Bellucci said having been "objectified" during her film career did not bother her and that she was aware she had made the most of her body for specific roles. Elisabeth Vincentelli wrote for The New York Times in 2023 that Bellucci has achieved a "reputation as a symbol of European glamour and sophistication" that is "firmly established".

2024: Role in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

In 2024, Monica Bellucci appeared in the film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.

2024: Nastro d'Argento Award for Protagonist of the Year

In 2024, Monica Bellucci won the Nastro d'Argento Award for Protagonist of the Year in Documentaries for her interpretation of Callas in "Letters and Memoirs".

September 2025: Bellucci's relationship with Tim Burton ended

In September 2025, Monica Bellucci and Tim Burton ended their relationship.

2025: Inspiration for a song in Coolie

In 2025, it will be featured on the soundtrack to the Tamil film Coolie (2025 film) a track inspired by Monica Bellucci and titled "Monica", by Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj and music composer Anirudh Ravichander.

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