Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1950-01-18
Day of Death
1982-05-08
Place of Birth
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
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.
Filmography (8)
⭐ 6.5
Role:
Self (Archive footage) (Uncredited)
Villeneuve Pironi
2022
⭐ 7.0
Role:
Self (Archive footage)
Gilles Villeneuve : à toute vitesse
2020
⭐ 6.0
Role:
Self (Archive footage)
Le vrai Jacques Villeneuve
2017
⭐ 0
Role:
Unknown
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
2004
⭐ 0
Role:
Unknown
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
2004
⭐ 0
Role:
Self
Snowmotion: The Art of Sledding
1992
⭐ 3.8
Role:
Self
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
1981
⭐ 0
Role:
Himself