Gilles Villeneuve
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gender
Male
birthday
January 18, 1950
died
May 8, 1982
place of birth
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
total credits
8 movies
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.
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