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Sky Arte series explores Totò's double Dino Valdi

other · 2026-05-04

On April 17, 1967, during Totò's funeral in Naples, three people fainted and claimed to have seen his ghost. The commotion was actually caused by Dino Valdi, Totò's longtime stunt double. Valdi, a talented actor, never escaped the shadow of the 'prince of laughter.' This story will be featured in the episode of the series 'Inseparabili ‒ Vite all'ombra del genio,' airing Sunday, April 7 on Sky Arte. Hosted by Carlo Lucarelli, the series focuses on figures who lived in the shadow of great artists. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune.

Key facts

  • Totò's funeral took place on April 17, 1967 in Naples.
  • Three people fainted and claimed to see Totò's ghost.
  • The ghost was actually Dino Valdi, Totò's stunt double.
  • Valdi was a great actor who never escaped Totò's shadow.
  • The episode is part of the series 'Inseparabili ‒ Vite all'ombra del genio.'
  • The episode airs Sunday, April 7 on Sky Arte.
  • The series is hosted by Carlo Lucarelli.
  • Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune.

Entities

Artists

  • Totò
  • Dino Valdi
  • Carlo Lucarelli

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Naples
  • Italy

Sources