Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
January 18, 1950
Place of Birth:
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
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Gilles Villeneuve
Biography
Gilles Villeneuve was a Canadian Formula 1 driver, born on January 18, 1950, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. Known for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, he became one of the most charismatic drivers in motorsport history. He raced for Ferrari from 1977 to 1982, securing six victories and becoming an icon of the Italian team. He tragically passed away on May 8, 1982, in Zolder, Belgium, during qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Villeneuve Pironi | Self (Archive footage) (Uncredited) |
| 2020 | Gilles Villeneuve : à toute vitesse | Self (Archive footage) |
| 2017 | Le vrai Jacques Villeneuve | Self (Archive footage) |
| 2004 | Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season | |
| 2004 | Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season | |
| 1981 | 1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self |
| 1979 | 1979 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Himself |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Doc humanité | Self (Archive footage) |
| 2012 | Echoes of The Past | Self (archive footage) |