About Isabella Riva
Lived 1887 – 1985 (aged 98). Isabella Riva was an Italian actor and stage actor.
Isabella Riva (22 April 1887 - 10 August 1985) was an Italian actress.
Born in Nizza Monferrato, Asti as Isabella Trufarelli, daughter of actors, Riva began acting as a child in the stage company ran by her grandparents. After working in several companies, in 1919 she became main actress of the Alfredo Sainati stage company. She was also a film and television actress.
Riva retired in 1968, moving to Bologna in the retirement home for actors "Lyda Borelli" where she continued to teach acting for several years.
Selected filmography Snow White and the Seven Thieves (1949) The Mill on the Po (1949) The Angel of the Alps (1957)
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Who was Isabella Riva?
Italian actress (1887–1985)
When was Isabella Riva born?
Isabella Riva was born on 22 April 1887 in Nizza Monferrato.
When did Isabella Riva die?
Isabella Riva died on 10 August 1985 in Bologna.
What was Isabella Riva's occupation?
Isabella Riva was an actor and stage actor.
What nationality was Isabella Riva?
Isabella Riva was Italian.
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