Obituary of Ruggero Deodato

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Ruggero Deodato

Ruggero Deodato (born May 7th, 1939 in Potenza, Italy) was a Film Director who was best known for his work in many genres and venues. Ruggero died on January 29th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of age issues. We understand that he passed at 86 years old.

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Ruggero Deodato Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Deodato, Ruggero
    • Common Name: Ruggero Deodato
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Potenza, Italy
    • Birth Date: May 07, 1939
    • Age: 86
    • Occupation: Film Director
    • Nationality: Italian
    • Favorite Food: Lays Ripple Chips
    • Favorite Color: Crimson
    • Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
    • Favorite Actor: Laurence Olivier

    Ruggero's Family Tree

    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Silvia Dionisio ​(married 1971⁠-divorced ⁠1979)
      • Micaela Rocco (partnered ?-present)
    • Son(s):
      • Tony Deodato

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Film DirectorItalian Born on May 7th Born in 1939

Quotable Quotes:

"Children are people, but since they are short they do not deserve our respect."

"Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."

"Nothing you can do but you can learn how to be you in time."

"Every human being is the author of his own health or disease. "

"It.s said that all good directors cast the men they want to be and the women they want to have a torrid affair with."

"Ruggero Deodato, the gunman who killed Sharon Tate and many others in 1969, was sentenced to death in 1976. But he was reprieved and executed in 1980. (V)"

"Ruggero Deodato left an unforgettable legacy in the world of film, captivating audiences with his boundary-pushing storytelling and unique style that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Ruggero Deodato was a prolific Italian film director known for his controversial and graphic horror films, and his career was marked by controversy and criticism surrounding the realistic violence depicted in his work. (V)"

Is Mr. Ruggero Deodato still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-09-28 08:43:05
Author: Stan
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