Luca Calvani

Actor, Businessman

Italian Prato, Tuscany, Italy

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Businessman
NationalityItalian
Date of Birth07/08/1974
Age51 years
BirthplacePrato, Tuscany, Italy

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Physical Stats & More

Height6' 1" (185 cm)
Eye ColorLavendar Gray
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • ITIS Tullio Buzzi, Prato
  • New York University
Educational Qualifications
  • Diploma of Textile Expert (1988-1993) from ITIS Tullio Buzzi
  • Masters in Fine Arts (Drama) (1994-1996) from New York University

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Skiing

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/BoyfriendAlessandro Franchini (husband, married 29/09/2024)

Family

Mother(Deceased)
SiblingsBrother - Marco Calvani (Filmmaker), Sisters - Sara Calvani, Eva Calvani
SpouseFrancesca Arena (ex-wife)
ChildrenDaughter - Bianca Calvani (with Francesca Arena, born 2009)

Career

OverviewLuca Calvani has crafted an impressive career as both an actor and a businessman, showcasing his versatility across various mediums. He began his journey in modeling during his teenage years, representing major brands including Giorgio Armani.
Notable Works
  • In 2000, he gained acclaim for his role in the Italian TV series ‘Distretto di Polizia’ as Fabio.
  • His profile expanded internationally with his appearance in the American series ‘Sex and the City’ in 2001.
  • Calvani has participated in several Italian reality shows, notably winning the fourth season of ‘L’isola dei famosi’ in 2006.
  • In recent years, he has contributed significantly to the film industry, directing and writing the Italian comedy ‘Il cacio con le pere’ (2023) and acting in films like ‘Shakuntala Devi’ (2020).
  • He also manages a resort in Camaiore with his boyfriend.
  • In 2012, he founded and became creative director of the lifestyle luxury brand MCCL – INSPIRITV.
  • From 2022 to 2024, he served as a judge on the Italian game show ‘Cortesie per gli ospiti’ for seasons 16 to 19.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Luca was raised in a middle-class Italian family and began modeling as a teenager.
2. He moved to New York for further education and studied alongside notable actors.
3. His varied roles include significant parts in Italian series and films, elevating his status in both local and international entertainment.
4. Luca loves to cook and often shares his culinary endeavors on social media.
5. He has a strong affection for animals, frequently featuring his pet dogs online.
6. He is trilingual, speaking French and English in addition to Italian.
7. He appeared as a fashion designer opposite Alan Cumming in Sex and the City.
8. He starred as the villain Dante Grimaldi on the CBS daytime drama As the World Turns.
9. He worked in Ferzan Özpetek's award-winning film His Secret Life (Le Fate Ignoranti).
10. He starred in Il Commissario Manara in 2007 for Raiuno.
11. He appeared in the film The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
12. His first job was driving his dad’s truck around northern Italy to deliver textiles.
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