The father of Lino Guanciale, a highly esteemed family doctor in Abruzzo, has died at the age of 78. Last year the actor lost his mother Mariapia.
Actor Lino Guanciale is mourning the loss of his father, Clelio Guanciale, a respected physician who passed away at age 78. The news comes just over a year after the actor experienced the grief of losing his mother, Mariapia, in March 2024.
A Beloved Doctor in Marsica
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Dr. Clelio Guanciale practiced medicine for years in the Marsica region, serving the communities of Avezzano and Collelongo. Local reports describe him as a dedicated and compassionate general practitioner, known for his unwavering commitment to his patients and his approachable demeanor. Beyond his medical practice, he was a lifelong football enthusiast, a passion that made him a recognizable figure in the area.
From Medicine to the Stage: A Family Story
Interestingly, Lino Guanciale initially followed in his father’s footsteps, gaining admission to medical school. However, he ultimately pursued a different path, studying Literature and Philosophy at La Sapienza University before attending the Silvio D’Amico National Academy of Dramatic Art. “It was a huge disappointment for my father. He wanted me to be a doctoruntil one evening I found the courage to tell him that I wanted to become an actor. We discussed for two hours and in the end he told me: okay, tell me how I can help you”, Guanciale shared in a past interview. Despite his initial disappointment, Dr. Guanciale became a steadfast supporter of his son’s acting career, proudly watching him achieve success on the Italian film scene.
A Second Heartbreaking Loss
This loss marks the second significant bereavement for Guanciale in a short period. In March 2024, he publicly mourned the passing of his mother, Mariapia Ceccarellini, at the age of 74, sharing poignant lyrics from a Sergio Endrigo song in a heartfelt social media post.
“This is the most beautiful”, you said every time you heard it and you couldn’t resist: you had to sing it, even in a low voice. For seven days you have been the air around us, you are in the other room – as your beloved Saint Augustine writes – and you are the heat inside the chest. You sing it and dedicate it to us, I imagine, to tell us that you are there and that you stay close to us, to caress us with your sweet and intelligent smile. And we listen to you, we of the race of those left on the ground. And with our eyes closed we sing it with you. Bye, Mom.”
In addition to Lino, Dr. Clelio Guanciale is survived by his other son, Giorgio, a psychotherapist.
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