Sophia Loren: The life of the Italian film icon in pictures

Sophia Loren, born in Rome in 1934, is a legendary Italian actress. She won the Oscar in 1962 for “And Yet They Live,” becoming the first non-English-speaking Oscar winner and conquering Hollywood. With a career spanning over 60 years, she has appeared in over 100 films and worked with the likes of Cary Grant and Charlie Chaplin. Her beauty, charisma and acting talent make her a timeless icon of film. Loren is also committed to social causes and has received numerous awards for her humanitarian work. GALA shows the Italian film icon in portrait.