Italian stand-up comedian and actor who is known for appearing in a variety of television and film programs. He is best known for his role in the 2011 film Wedding in Paris and the 2004 film Camera Cafe.
His acting career began in 1968 when he first started to perform in cabaret. He then began as a drummer for a variety of different bands. He then began performing stand up routines at the clubs he would play music at. He later went on to star in his first film in 1975 titled Di Che Segno Sei.
In addition to his acting, he is also known for his work in politics. In 1992, he ran for Partito Socialista Italiano.
He was born in Luino and later moved with his family to Milan where he was raised.
He co-starred with Christian De Sica in several movies over the course of twenty years.