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Ron Galella

Ron Galella

Born: January 10, 1931
Died: April 30, 2022
in New York, New York
Ronald Edward Galella (born January 10, 1931) is an American photographer, known as a pioneer paparazzo. Dubbed "Paparazzo Extraordinaire" by Newsweek and "the Godfather of the U.S. paparazzi culture" by Time magazine and Vanity Fair, he is regarded by Harper's Bazaar as "arguably the most controversial paparazzo of all time".

He immortalized many celebrities out of the public eye and gained notice for his feuds with some of them, including Jacqueline Onassis and Marlon Brando. Despite the numerous controversies and claims of stalking, Galella's work has been praised and exhibited in art galleries worldwide and he was cited by Andy Warhol as his favorite photographer.

During his career, Galella has taken more than three million photographs of public figures.

Movies for Ron Galella...

I Am Jackie O
Title: I Am Jackie O
Character: Self
Released: November 26, 2020
Type: Movie
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Jackie Kennedy Onassis was the most famous woman in the world, impossibly glamourous and universally admired. She was also complex, layered, and extremely guarded, making her endlessly fascinating and enigmatic. This incredibly compelling film provides a definitive exploration of her life, from iconic first lady to widow, unofficial royalty and fashion icon.
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Smash His Camera
Title: Smash His Camera
Character: Self
Released: July 30, 2010
Type: Movie
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A film centering on the life and work of Ron Galella that examines the nature and effect of paparazzi.
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Glamour vs. Paparazzi
Title: Glamour vs. Paparazzi
Character: Self
Released: January 5, 2008
Type: Movie
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Documentary about Hollywood stars, paparazzis and professional photographers.
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