Teresa Ann Savoy (born July 18, 1955, London, England; died January 9, 2017, Milan, Italy) was a British actress primarily known for her work in Italian cinema. While details about her early life and formal education are limited in publicly available sources, she began her acting career in the mid-1970s.
Savoy gained international attention for her role as a young woman in Bernardo Bertolucci’s controversial 1976 film, 1900. This role, despite its controversial nature, marked a significant turning point in her career and established her as a notable actress within European cinema.
Following 1900, Savoy continued to work primarily in Italian films, often appearing in dramas and historical pieces. She collaborated with various Italian directors, showcasing her versatility in different roles. Her career spanned the late 1970s and 1980s, and she appeared in a variety of film and television productions.
Savoy’s filmography includes:
After the 1980s, Savoy’s acting career slowed down. She resided in Milan, Italy, and passed away on January 9, 2017, at the age of 61. The cause of death was reportedly cancer.