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Bud Spencer
Italian actor, swimmer and water polo player (1929–2016) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the sprinter also known as Bud Spencer, see Emerson Spencer.
For the Romanian politician, see Cristian Popescu Piedone.
Carlo Pedersoli (31 October 1929 – 27 June 2016), known professionally as Bud Spencer, was an Italian actor, professional swimmer and water polo player. He was known for action-comedy and spaghetti Western roles with his long-time film partner and friend Terence Hill.[1] Spencer and Hill appeared in 18 films together.
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Bud Spencer | |
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Born | Carlo Pedersoli (1929-10-31)31 October 1929 |
Died | 27 June 2016(2016-06-27) (aged 86) |
Resting place | Campo Verano, Rome, Italy |
Alma mater | Sapienza University of Rome |
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Years active | 1950–2010 |
Spouse |
Maria Amato (m. 1960) |
Children | 3 |
Awards | David di Donatello Special Award |
Sports career | |
National team | ![]() |
Height | 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) |
Sport | Swimming |
Strokes | Freestyle, water polo |
Club | Società Sportiva Lazio Nuoto |
Website | budspencerofficial |
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In his youth, Bud Spencer was a successful athlete and swimmer for Gruppo Sportivo Fiamme Oro.[2] and for Società Sportiva Lazio Nuoto. He obtained a law degree and registered several patents. Spencer also became a certified commercial airline and helicopter pilot, and supported and funded many children's charities, including the Spencer Scholarship Fund.[3]