'La Dolce Vita' Star Dies At 83
Swedish-born actress Anita Ekberg, who was best known for her role as Sylvia in the 1960 film La Dolce Vita, died in Italy on Sunday at the age of 83.
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Anita Ekberg, '50s Screen Star And Sex Symbol, Dies At 83
The Swedish-born actress' most famous role was as Sylvia in Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita. She died outside Rome this morning.
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