Pino Colizzi, the prolific Italian voice performance titan who provided the Italian dialogue for some of Hollywood’s most famous stars, died Feb. 15, 2026. He was 88.
Colizzi began his career on the Roman stage at 17 before training at the Silvio D’Amico National Academy of Dramatic Arts. He possessed a versatile vocal range and a commanding presence that allowed him to transition from leading live-action roles to a career in the dubbing industry. Over seven decades, he maintained a position as a central figure in the actor community, providing voices for stars including Jack Nicholson and James Caan.
His early success arrived in 1960 as the lead in a television adaptation of Tom Jones. During the 1970s, his visibility increased through roles in popular genre films. In 1977, he appeared as Jobab in the miniseries Jesus of Nazareth (directed by Franco Zeffirelli). During that production, he also voiced the title character (portrayed by Robert Powell), a dual contribution that required precise technical skill.
Colizzi eventually focused on voice direction, serving as the primary Italian voice for Christopher Reeve in the Superman films. He also voiced Richard Dreyfuss, Omar Sharif, and Michael Douglas in numerous theatrical releases. He worked as a voice director and consultant in Rome through the final months of his life.