Christian De Sica, a renowned figure in Italian show business, was born in Rome to the illustrious Vittorio and Maria Mercader. As one of the most beloved and accomplished characters in the industry, he has had a storied career spanning over four decades, boasting an impressive repertoire of more than 80 films, as well as stints as a showman, singer, director, and screenwriter.
With a professional presence on both the small and silver screens since the 1970s, De Sica's popularity soared in the subsequent decades, largely due to his memorable performances in numerous comedies, specifically the popular cinepanettoni series, which have been released in cinemas during the Christmas period and have consistently achieved great commercial success at the box office.
In his personal life, De Sica is married to Silvia Verdone, with whom he shares two sons.