OPEN POST: Screen Siren Sophia Loren Turns 90 today.
Sophia Loren, born Sofia Costanza Brigida Villani Scicolone on September 20, 1934, in Rome, Italy, is an iconic Italian actress with a career spanning over seven decades. Despite her humble beginnings in poverty during World War II in Pozzuoli, she has become a legendary figure in international cinema. Loren's acting journey began in 1950 with a minor role in "Quo Vadis." Her breakthrough came with "Aida" in 1953, propelling her to stardom as one of Italy's most prominent actresses. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, she starred in numerous successful films, including "Two Women" (1960), for which she made history by winning the Academy Award for Best Actress in a non-English-language role. Sophia Loren's commanding presence and natural Italian fiery sensuality made her a celebrated sex symbol during the golden age of Hollywood. Her roles in films like "The Gold of Naples" (1954), "The Pride and the Passion" (1957), and "