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Enzo Decaro | |
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 Decaro at the Giffoni Film Festival, 2012 | |
| Born | March 24, 1958 |
| Occupations | Actor, comedian, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1976–present |
| Known for | Member of comedy trio La Smorfia |
Vincenzo "Enzo" Decaro (born 24 March 1958) is an Italian actor, comedian, and screenwriter.[1] He first rose to fame in the late 1970s as a member of the comedy trio La Smorfia, alongside Massimo Troisi and Lello Arena.[2]
Early life
[edit]Decaro was born in Portici, a town near Naples.[3] He studied Modern Literature at the University of Naples Federico II. During his studies, he began performing in theatre, eventually forming the trio La Smorfia.
Career
[edit]La Smorfia
[edit]In the late 1970s, Decaro co-founded the comedy group La Smorfia with Massimo Troisi and Lello Arena.[4] The trio became popular through stage performances and appearances on Italian television, particularly the RAI variety show Non Stop (1977).
Film and television
[edit]After the dissolution of La Smorfia, Decaro continued working in cinema and television. His film credits include:
- The Pool Hustlers (1982)
- The House of Smiles (1991)
- Ask Me If I'm Happy (2000)
He has also appeared in numerous Italian TV series and dramas, including Un posto al sole and Provaci ancora Prof!.[5]
Theatre
[edit]Decaro has remained active in theatre, performing in both comedic and dramatic roles, often revisiting themes of Neapolitan culture and identity.[6]
Style and themes
[edit]Decaro's comedic style is rooted in Neapolitan tradition, blending irony, satire, and everyday observations.[7] His later work often explores family dynamics and social issues in contemporary Italy.
Personal life
[edit]Decaro is the father of three children.[8] He continues to live and work in Italy, maintaining strong ties to Naples.
References
[edit]- ↑ "Enzo Decaro, dalla Smorfia al teatro impegnato". La Repubblica. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "La Smorfia, il trio che cambiò la comicità italiana". Corriere della Sera. 14 September 2020. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "Enzo Decaro biografia". MyMovies.it. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "La Smorfia, storia di un trio indimenticabile". ANSA. 14 September 2020. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "Enzo Decaro protagonista di Provaci ancora Prof!". ANSA. 14 September 2017. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "Enzo Decaro porta in scena il teatro civile". La Repubblica. 22 March 2019. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "La comicità di Enzo Decaro". Corriere della Sera. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
- ↑ "Enzo Decaro racconta la sua vita privata". Libero Magazine. 2021. Retrieved 1 December 2025.
External links
[edit]- Enzo Decaro at IMDb
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