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Gilles Villeneuve

Born
Jan 18, 1950 · Aged 32
Died
May 8, 1982
Place of birth
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Gender
Male
Movie credits
8
TV credits
2

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.