Gilles Villeneuve
📍Born in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
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.
Known For
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
as Self
Villeneuve Pironi
as Self (Archive footage) (Uncredited)
Le vrai Jacques Villeneuve
as Self (Archive footage)
Gilles Villeneuve : à toute vitesse
as Self (Archive footage)
1979 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
as Himself
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
Snowmotion: The Art of Sledding
as Self
Doc humanité
as Self (Archive footage)
Echoes of The Past
as Self (archive footage)
📌 Quick Info
Born
January 18, 1950
Place of Birth
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Department
Acting
Popularity
0.3
📊 Career Stats
10
Acting Roles
0
Crew Roles
8
Movies
2
TV Shows