Who does not know the family of the Italian accountant Ugo Fantozzi, who has been making audiences around the world laugh since 1975. Fantozzi, played by Paolo Villaggio, embodies the typical underdog who constantly faces absurd and comical situations in both his professional and personal life.
The ten films are full of social satire and criticism of bureaucracy, while also reflecting the absurdities of everyday life. The films are considered classics of Italian comedy and are still very popular.
However, few people suspect that his unattractive daughter Mariangela was played by a man. Plinio Fernando on born on September 15, 1947 in Tunis to Italian parents. When he was 28 years old, his unique appearance (height 147 cm) contributed to the casting of the role of Fantozzi’s only child. In addition to his acting career, he is also a talented sculptor.
In recent years, Fernando has not appeared in public much and concentrates on his work and personal life. He last appeared in public in 2025 during the 50th anniversary of Fantozzi in Rome.
