Edwige Fenech was born on December 24, 1948, in Bône (now Annaba), French Algeria, to a Maltese father and a Sicilian mother. Her full name is Edwige Sfenek. She spent her early years in France before moving to Italy to pursue a career in entertainment.
Fenech began her career as a model and beauty queen, winning the title of Miss Skol 1967. Her early film roles were primarily in German productions, often in adventure films and comedies. She gained significant recognition in Italy during the 1970s, becoming a prominent figure in Italian genre cinema, particularly the “giallo” thriller and the “commedia sexy all’italiana” (Italian sex comedy).
Fenech is best known for her roles in numerous Italian films of the 1970s and 1980s. She frequently collaborated with directors such as Sergio Martino and Mariano Laurenti. While often associated with exploitation and genre films, her performances were noted for their charisma and screen presence. She became a popular figure in Italian popular culture.
In later years, Fenech transitioned into television production. She served as a producer on several successful television series, including the British series Homicide: Life on the Street and the