Bud Spencer

Bud Spencer (born Carlo Pedersoli; 31 October 1929 – 27 June 2016) 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. Spencer and Hill appeared in 18 films together.

In his youth, Bud Spencer was a successful athlete and swimmer for Gruppo Sportivo Fiamme Oro and for Società Sportiva Lazio Nuoto. He represented Italy twice at the Summer Olympics. 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.

Notable works: They Call Me Trinity, Trinity Is Still My Name, Crime Busters, Banana Joe Awards: David di Donatello Award for Lifetime Achievement, Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Jupiter for Best International Actor, Bambi Award, Order of Merit of the Italian Republic Education: Sapienza University of Rome

Source: Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bud_Spencer