Rossana Podestà

Biography

Rossana Podestà was a renowned Italian actress born Carla Podestà in Tripoli on June 20, 1934. She began her film career at 16 after being discovered by director Léonide Moguy and went on to star in notable films like "Helen of Troy" (1956), where she played the lead role despite struggling with English. With a career spanning over 60 films, Podestà became an international presence, particularly with her iconic portrayal of Helen in the 1956 film.