Biography
Bud Spencer was an Italian actor, filmmaker and a former professional swimmer. He was known for past roles in action-comedy films together with his long-time film partner Terence Hill. Growing from a successful swimmer in his youth, he got a degree in law, and has registered several patents. Bud also became a certified commercial airline and helicopter pilot, Bud Spencer also supported and funded many children's charities, including the Spencer Scholarship Fund. Bud Spencer and Terence Hill both appeared, produced and directed over 20 films together and thus became and remain best friends until he passed away.
Awards & recognition
- David di Donatello Award — Lifetime Achievement · 2010
- Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic · 2008
- Jupiter — Best International Actor · 1979
- Jupiter — Best International Actor · 1978
- Bambi Award · 1975
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- Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Filmography32 titles
They Call Me Trinity
Thus Spoke De Crescenzo
Watch Out, We're Mad
Trinity Is Still My Name
Quo Vadis
Double Trouble
Go for It
Odds and Evens
Crime Busters
Who Finds a Friend Finds a Treasure
All the Way Boys
Banana Joe
The 5-Man Army
God Forgives... I Don't!
Four Flies on Grey Velvet
Ace High
Miami Supercops
Even Angels Eat Beans
A Reason to Live, a Reason to Die
Fireworks
Troublemakers
Buddy Goes West
A Farewell to Arms
Singing Behind Screens
Boot Hill
Beyond the Law
It Can Be Done Amigo
Blackie the Pirate
Aladdin
Hannibal
Charleston
The Fifth Day of Peace