Daria Nicolodi dead: Deep Red and Inferno star - and mum of Asia Argento - dies at 70
Actress and screenwriter Daria Nicolodi has died at the age of 70, though her cause of death is as yet unknown
Italian actress and screenwriter Daria Nicolodi has died at the age of 70.
Her cause of death is as yet unknown, but her death was confirmed by daughter and fellow actress Asia Argento.
She wrote: "Rest in peace beloved mother.
"Now you can fly free with your great spirit and you won't have to suffer anymore. I will try to go on for your beloved grandchildren and especially for you who would never want to see me so grieved."
Asia added: "Even if without you I miss the ground under my feet, and I feel I have lost my true point of reference.
"I am close to all those who have known and loved her. I will always be your Asia, Daria."
Daria was born in Florence in 1950, her career spanning decades and boasting nearly 40 acting credits.
She starred in cult classics such as Deep Red and Inferno, and co-wrote Suspiria.
Many of the films she appeared in where directed by Asia's father, Daria Argento, between 1975 and 1987.
These included Deep Red and Inferno, as well as Tenebrae, Phemomena and Opera.
Her relationship with Dario came to an end in the mid-80s, but she starred in another one of his films, The Mother of Tears, alongside Asia.
Asia has since been flooded with messages of support, kind words and condolences since the sad announcement.
"Very sad...I'm sending you strength and All my love to you and your kids dear Asia..." one wrote.
Another offered: "I'm so sad to hear this. Sorry Asia x."
A third penned: "all my love to you and the fam."
And big names from the industry have joined in her mourning.
Screenwriter Michael Varrati wrote: "I'm thankful for the work of Daria Nicolodi. Her legacy shall continue to live on in all the vibrant, vicious hyper-colored majesty of the cinema. A true creator and one of Giallo's greatest grand dames."
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