Franco Mari

Franco Mari (23 January 1947 – 25 October 2025) was an Italian actor and comedian. Better known as Rupert Sciamenna, his most well-known character, he was famous for his participation in television programs such as Mai dire... on Italia 1 in many sketches with Marcello Macchia.^[1] In 2015, he appeared in the film Italiano medio. Mari died on 25 October 2025, at the age of 78.^[2]

Born(1947-01-23)23 January 1947

Milan, Italy

Died25 October 2025(2025-10-25) (aged 78)

Milan, Italy

OthernamesRupert Sciamenna

Occupations

• Actor
• comedian

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Franco Mari
Born	(1947-01-23)23 January 1947 Milan, Italy
Died	25 October 2025(2025-10-25) (aged 78) Milan, Italy
Other names	Rupert Sciamenna
Occupations	Actor comedian
Years active	1983–2025

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