| Cinzia Leone | |
| Birth Date: | 1959 3, df=yes |
| Birth Place: | Rome, Italy |
| Occupation: | Actress |
Cinzia Leone (born 4 March 1959) is an Italian actress and comedian.
Born in Rome, Italy, Leone began working in the theater since 1981,[1] but became popular thanks to the participation to several variety shows of good success broadcast by Rai 3 (La TV delle ragazze, Scusate l'interruzione, Avanzi, Tunnel).[1] [2] She is also active in films, mainly used for short but often effective character roles.[1] [2]
In 1991 Leone suffered a congenital aneurysm of the basilar artery, undergoing a complicated surgery in Phoenix, Arizona, which had a mortality rate of 80%. She was paralyzed on the left side of the body but was able to recover completely. She eventually went back to work after a long absence.[2] [3]