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Franco Columbu
Franco Columbu

Franco Columbu is an Italian-American actor born on August 7, 1941. He is best known for his role as Rocky Balboa's father in the Rocky film series. Columbu has had a significant career in both the film and sports industries, having been a professional wrestler and a fitness athlete. more

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