Italian theatre legend Giorgio Albertazzi dies at 92

Giorgio Albertazzi, a towering figure of Italian theatre, died on May 28, 2016, at age 92 due to fragile health. His family and wife Pia de' Tolomei, whom he married in 2007, announced his passing. Albertazzi dedicated his entire life to the stage, known for a unique style that brought fresh interpretations to classic works. He excelled in Shakespearean roles and became one of Italy's first television stars. His career began with a debut in Troilus and Cressida directed by Luchino Visconti. He later performed in TV adaptations of Shakespeare, Ibsen, and De Musset, worked as a film and television director, appeared on international stages, and served as director of the Teatro di Roma. He collaborated with Anna Proclemer, Gabriele Lavia, and Dario Fo. In his final months, he performed Memorie di Adriano, based on Marguerite Yourcenar's novel, playing the legendary emperor.