In the minds of most Russians, especially if they have never been to Italy, the women of this country are passionate, charming and sexy. The main credit for creating this image belongs to Sophia Loren, Gina Lollobrigida and other beauties of world cinema born on the Iberian Peninsula. Monica Bellucci is one of them. Without makeup and Photoshop, she looks no worse than many young actresses and is a recognized sex symbol and role model for women all over the world.
Modeling career
The future star of Italian cinema was born in the small town of Città di Castello. The girl was not only beautiful, but also smart, so since childhood she dreamed of becoming a lawyer. Studying at the university of her choice - the University of Perugia - cost a lot, so Monica decided to help her parents and save up money on her own. To do this, as a sixteen-year-old teenager, she went into modeling. Monica Bellucci (height 171 cm) began working at Liceo Classico, and soon the most famous Italian publications began to invite her for photo shoots. The girl was caught up in the whirlwind of social life, and she forgot about a career in law, giving preference to the beauty industry. In the first years of working as a model, Monica Bellucci without makeup was as charming as when the most famous specialists of that time were conjuring her image. This circumstance was noticed by Elle and Dolce & Gabbana photographers, who, after moving to New York, often photographed her “as is.”
This did not prevent, and perhaps even helped, the actress with the sonorous name Monica Bellucci in 2004, topping the list of the most beautiful women on the planet according to Ask's men.
Monica Bellucci starred for the cover of a glossy magazine and spoke about self-isolation
Monica Bellucci
55-year-old Monica Bellucci starred for the cover of the French magazine Madame Figaro. The actress posed in a black translucent Dolce&Gabbana bodysuit, over which she threw an Azzedine Alaia jacket. The star posted a photo on her Instagram and thanked everyone who worked on her images.
I wish you all to be safe and hope that the whole world will be healthy soon,
- she addressed her fans.
On April 24, the star, in a Zoom interview, told how her self-isolation was going. To protect herself from the coronavirus epidemic, Monica is in quarantine with her two daughters: 15-year-old Virgo and nine-year-old Leon. The actress decided to stay in France so that the girls would be closer to their father, Vincent Cassel, who lives on the Basque coast with his wife Tina Kunaki and daughter Amazoni.
The girls' school lessons are held via video link, I monitor this. It is very important that they have a knowledge base. The rest of the time - and there is little of it - I read scripts and study the texts of the book “Maria Callas. Letters and Memories”, as I plan to play later in this production in Italy. Otherwise, we take the rules seriously: we don’t leave the house,
- she said.
Paradoxically, I have always been a homebody, this has never been a problem. It takes me back to my childhood in the province where my parents, aunts, cousins and grandmother lived. Family, education, home are very important things to me. Obviously, this is the opposite of my professional life, when I lived only in hotels and airplanes,
- Monica noted.
The star noted that she was very sad and worried about her homeland, Italy, the most affected country in Europe from the coronavirus.
My family is fine, but they are all there, in Umbria and in the Como region, my friends are in Rome,
- the celebrity added.
What I love most is watching my daughters grow and accompanying them until they take off. My daughters are the answers to all my questions. It was when they were born that I understood the reason for my existence on Earth... Everyone has their own path, their own experience, for me this is motherhood. And I assure you that flesh and spirituality unite,
- Bellucci said.
The actress, despite the difficult situation in the world, prefers to maintain hope for a bright future:
We all inevitably live in fear, because the hour is serious, and at the same time, I have complete confidence in medicine, I am convinced that we will find a cure and then a vaccine. We are all in a waiting mode right now. I'm in airplane mode. As the Neapolitan writer and actor Eduardo De Filippo said: “The night must pass.” This night will probably be a long one, but it will definitely lead to something new,
- Monica noted.
The beginning of a film career
In 1990, Monica Bellucci played several episodic roles in films by Italian directors. However, they were not noticed, and the girl had already given up hope of becoming an actress when Francis Ford Coppola invited her. The role of Dracula's bride was Monica Bellucci's first serious work. After her, offers to star in films of various levels began to come from many film studios in the USA and Europe. Between 1992 and 1995 alone, she starred in the films “Heroes,” “Stubborn Fate,” “Snowball” and “Joseph.”
Meeting with Vincent Cassel
The year 1996 was especially successful for the actress, when Monica Bellucci was nominated for a Cesar Award for her work in the film “The Apartment.” The film became fateful for her, as the actress met actor Vincent Cassel. They subsequently got married and had two daughters (the marriage ended in 2013). The next film with the participation of Monica Bellucci, Doberman, was also marked by a partnership with Cassel. In it, the actress played a deaf-mute gypsy and was given bright and aggressive makeup.
Monica Bellucci without makeup
Monica Bellucci has had a brilliant career: from supermodel to film star. Her acting talent and hard work cannot be denied, but, of course, the key factor in her success was her luxurious beauty, which does not fade over the years, but, on the contrary, only becomes brighter.
Monica is a role model for all models and, in general, for any woman who cares about her appearance and wants to look attractive at any age.
Monica can be different: seductive, sexy, serious, elegant, dazzling, and in any image she always inspires admiration. She has long crossed the threshold of fifty, which so frightens many women, and at the same time remained as beautiful and desirable as at 20 years old.
Read more: a selection of photographs of Bellucci in his youth
Even without makeup, she looks great, her smooth, even skin and good complexion are the result of constant care, not plastic surgery, because Monica is one of the few actresses who refused surgery to preserve her beauty. She chose a different path: discipline, a healthy lifestyle and spiritual harmony.
Venice Film Festival, summer 2019
At the Francis Ford Coppola evening, October 2019
“What does it mean to be beautiful? It's not related to biology; femininity is a reflection of your life and experience,” says Monica.
The actress does not like to apply heavy makeup, although sometimes she has to do it for filming. In everyday life, she prefers to wear minimal makeup or go without makeup whenever possible.
Bellucci outside his apartment in Rome
Monica believes that in order to attract attention, a woman must emphasize her eyes, and therefore, if she puts on makeup, she always uses shadows, giving preference to natural shades. She also really loves lipstick.
“If you choose red, it means you want to be noticed. If you wear red lipstick, it means you are ready for people to look at you. Red is a very strong color and it primarily expresses you, it doesn't necessarily have a sexual connotation."
Shooting for a magazine
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Another beauty secret of Monica is water. She drinks a lot of water every day, especially in the morning. According to her, it is thanks to water that her skin begins to glow in the morning. Water gives her the opportunity to stay alert and also stimulates blood circulation.
Physical exercise helps the actress maintain great shape. In her free time, she enjoys walking, running and even boxing. She spends a lot of time swimming, trying to spend at least 45 minutes in the pool four times a week.
Monica cannot be called skinny. Like any Italian, she loves to eat delicious food, but at the same time she tries to eat good, healthy food: eggs, lean meat, vegetables, fresh juices. However, sometimes for dinner she allows herself to relax and enjoy steak and fried potatoes.
“My beauty mantra? Eat, love, live,” she laughs.
Social appearance
Monica is very concerned about her appearance, but at the same time she is not at all afraid of old age:
“I try not to worry about things like that. I'm afraid of death because I have two children (Leonie and Deva Cassel) and I want to see them grow up. There's nothing you can do about the fact that you're getting older, so you just have to accept it."
More photos of stars without makeup here
Did you know that Monica and Cassel divorced, Vincent married Tina Kunaki, who is 31 years younger than him, and they already had a child.
Further career
In the late 90s, the actress received offers from film directors. Most of them simply needed to get a bright beauty in the frame, whose mere presence already ensured the film’s attention from the audience. After all, millions of people around the world liked Monica Bellucci. Without makeup or with bright makeup, she charmed not only men, but also women, forcing them to follow what was happening on the screen, regardless of the plot and direction.
In 1997, the actress starred in 3 films: “Bad Taste”, “Stress” and “The Way You Want Me”, and later in the films “Desire”, “About Those Who Love”, “There Will Be No Holiday”, “Compromise” .
When talking about films with Monica Bellucci in the title role, one cannot fail to mention the film “Malena”. She received extremely positive reviews from critics and accolades from viewers.
Changes in the actress's appearance throughout her career
Sometimes Monica experimented on herself, although she tried to stick to her Italian image:
- In 1985, this was the beginning of her modeling career, she had her own natural beauty and, apart from black mascara and delicate lipstick, she did not use then, although in those days the girl had a short haircut.
- In the 90s the actress tinted her hair a little red. It was a very bold experiment for her.
- In 2000, the actress had a bronze tan that suited her so naturally. Also in these years you can notice permed hair and natural makeup.
- In 2001, the actress had a messy hairstyle that suited her so incredibly well. Then there was a hairstyle with a middle part, brown eye shadow and neutral lipstick.
- In 2002, the actress wore the popular ponytail, with her hair combed smoothly back.
- Then the actress had torn bangs and strands stuck to each other. This image was a failure for her.
- Overgrown bangs, and then smoothly slicked hair with a bun at the bottom gave the Italian a unique charm.
- Since 2003, the actress began to wear casual hairstyles, as well as a wet hair style. But soon she got tired of short and shaggy hair, and the actress decided to extend it. She looked very gorgeous in this new look.
- In 2007, Monica decided to become a blonde, but unfortunately, she did not last long in this image and never returned to it.
- In 2008 , Monica's image changed for the better; long thick curls, side bangs and pink lipstick suited her very well. Also this year, Monica appeared on the red carpet with her hair dyed a tone lighter than usual.
- In 2009, a new haircut reminded everyone of the singer Cher, whom the actress began to resemble so much.
- In 2010, the actress came out with a sleek hairstyle and ponytail. Then she changed the look to small curls.
- In 2013, Monica appeared before the public with smooth hair, dark lipstick and eye-catching winged eyes. It was the image of a real Italian femme fatale.
- In 2014, the actress wore a low bun, red lipstick and slightly curly curls on her face.
- In 2020, the actress wore a luxurious look, brown eyeshadow, black arrows, long dark hair and a middle parting.
In the new millennium
In 2001, Monica again appeared on the screen with her husband. In the film “Brotherhood of the Wolf”, the actress played the role of Sylvia, and then appeared before admirers of her talent in the image of the Egyptian queen in the next part of the adventures of Asterix and Obelix - the comedy “Mission Cleopatra”.
In a completely different genre, she was offered to work by the director of the film “Irreversible” by Gaspar Noe. The film was shown at the Cannes Film Festival and caused shock due to its lengthy rape scene.
The next films starring Monica Bellucci are “Tears of the Sun” and “The Passion of the Christ.” In the last film, directed by Mel Gibson, the actress created the image of Mary Magdalene.
In subsequent years, the actress starred in the films “Secret Agents”, “The Brothers Grimm”, “She Hates Me”, “The Brotherhood of the Stone”, “Shaitan”, “N (Me and Napoleon)”, “Second Wind” and “Shoot 'Em Up” , as well as Love: Instructions for Use, in which she co-starred with Robert De Niro.
As for the latest works of Monica Bellucci, in 2020 the actress, who was already 51 years old at that time, became the new James Bond girl in the 24th Bond film.
Transformations in the actress's appearance throughout her career
It happened that Monica dared to experiment in appearance, without straying far from the Italian image.
- - 1985 - at the dawn of her modeling career, Bellucci had her own natural beauty. She emphasized it with black mascara and a delicate tone of lipstick, her hair was short-cropped.
- - in the 90s, the hair color was a little red. This was extremely brave of her.
- — in 2000, the actress’s skin was bronze, thanks to her tan. Hairstyle - chemicals on the hair and nude shades of decorative cosmetics.
- - in 2001 and 2002 there were experiments in terms of hairstyles - curly, straight, ponytail, torn bangs.
- — Since 2003, the actress has been wearing hair extensions and opted for careless styling and wet hair style.
- — 2007 was marked by dyeing my hair in light colors. Monica wasn't blonde for long.
- - in 2008, Monica's appearance changed for the better - long thick curls, side bangs and pink lipstick refreshed her.
- - 2020 - a brown shade palette, black arrows, long dark hair and a middle parting.
Good genetic data and high-quality facial skin care procedures allow the actress to look stunning. She has perfectly defined cheekbones, chin and lower jaw. Slightly noticeable sagging in the neck area - there was no plastic surgery. But some surgeons said she had undergone Botox procedures and dermal fillers.
This is evidenced by the absence of wrinkled folds on the forehead, beautiful eyebrows set high, plump cheekbones, full lips. It is possible that she nevertheless resorted to cosmetic treatments associated with minimally invasive injections, which were done with precision and taste.
According to Monica herself, she refused blepharoplasty, braces and Botox. The actress is ready to maintain lip volume only. After all, this is only a cosmetic procedure, not plastic surgery. For Monica, lips are a priceless gift from nature. Love of life is the main meaning and secret of Bellucci’s beauty. She loves swimming and yoga, which helps keep her figure in good shape.
Monica Bellucci's figure parameters are now simply amazing: height - one hundred and seventy-eight centimeters, body weight - sixty-eight kilograms, chest circumference - ninety-two centimeters, waist circumference - sixty-one centimeters, hip circumference - ninety-one centimeters.
In the advertising business
Monica Bellucci without makeup has repeatedly starred for various publications. Her gorgeous skin, even today, hardly needs a thick layer of makeup, but 5-6 years ago it simply glowed. This could not help but attract the attention of large brands producing products to maintain women's youth and beauty.
In October 2011, Monica Bellucci became the face of the Oriflame Royal Velvet cosmetic series, and in 2012, the Dolce & Gabbana line.
What Monica Bellucci really looks like today
It's no secret that modern makeup techniques and Photoshop work real miracles and work no worse than a plastic surgeon's scalpel. However, naturalness is in fashion, so some stars who are age-appropriate don’t hesitate to act without makeup.
Monica Bellucci is one of them. She leads a healthy lifestyle, although, like any Italian, she is not averse to eating delicious food, of course, in moderation. Among her secrets of youth, the first place is occupied by drinking plenty of clean drinking water, as well as moderation in everything.
The result, as they say, is obvious, and at the moment the actress continues to be considered one of the most beautiful film stars of European cinema, whom any director dreams of getting in his film.
Now you know what films Monica Bellucci starred in and what she really looks like at 52 years old. The actress is living proof that age is just a number on a passport that doesn’t mean anything!
