Gilles Villeneuve

Acting·Jan 18, 1950·Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada

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Gilles Villeneuve was a Canadian Formula 1 driver, born on January 18, 1950, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. Known for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, he became one of the most charismatic drivers in motorsport history. He raced for Ferrari from 1977 to 1982, securing six victories and becoming an icon of the Italian team. He tragically passed away on May 8, 1982, in Zolder, Belgium, during qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.

Film	Credit
Villeneuve Pironi2022 · Self (Archive footage) (Uncredited)	Self (Archive footage) (Uncredited)
Gilles Villeneuve : à toute vitesse2020 · Self (Archive footage)	Self (Archive footage)
Le vrai Jacques Villeneuve2017 · Self (Archive footage)	Self (Archive footage)
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season2004 · Actor	Actor
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season2004 · Actor	Actor
Snowmotion: The Art of Sledding1992 · Self	Self
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1981 · Self	Self
1979 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1979 · Himself	Himself