Roberto Campanella Biography: Age, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Daughters, Wife, Career

Roberto Campanella is an Italian-Canadian actor, choreographer, and dancer, renowned for his work in horror films such as Silent Hill (2006) and Silent Hill: Revelation (2012), where he portrayed iconic characters like Pyramid Head and Colin.

He is also the artistic director and resident choreographer for ProArteDanza, a Toronto-based dance company. Born on April 17, 1968, in Rome, Italy, he has made significant contributions to both film and dance, blending his choreography expertise with acting roles.

Profile

• Full Name: Roberto Campanella
• Stage Name: Roberto Campanella
• Born: April 17, 1968
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Rome, Lazio, Italy
• Nationality: Italian-Canadian
• Occupation: Italian-Canadian Actor, Choreographer, Dancer, and Artistic Director
• Height: 5’7
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Campanella
• Siblings: unknown
• Spouse: unknown
• Children: Two daughters, Giorgia and Maya
• Relationship: unknown
• Net Worth: $1 million to $3 million

Early Life and Education

Roberto Campanella was born on April 17, 1968, in Rome, Lazio, Italy. His parents Mr and Mrs Campanella and Details about his siblings are not publicly available, reflecting his private nature.

Growing up in Rome, he developed a passion for dance and trained at the Scuola Italiana di Danza Contemporanea, laying the foundation for his career in contemporary dance. His early education focused on dance, but specific details about his schooling or additional academic pursuits are not documented.

After moving to Canada in 1993 to join The National Ballet of Canada, he faced challenges learning English, often “smiling along without understanding,” but dance’s universal language helped him adapt. He later graduated with distinction from the National Ballet School’s Teacher Training Program in 1996, enhancing his skills as an educator and choreographer.

Career

Roberto’s career spans dance, choreography, and acting. He began as a dancer in 1985 with the Compagnia Italiana di Danza Contemporanea in Italy, later joining the prestigious Aterballetto.

In 1993, he moved to Canada to join The National Ballet of Canada, where he was promoted to soloist and performed in classical and contemporary roles. His choreographic debut came in 1995 at the National Ballet’s Choreographic Workshop, earning critical acclaim from Dance Magazine as “a brilliant choreographer in the making.”

After retiring from dancing in 1996, he focused on choreography and teaching, becoming a sought-after guest teacher for companies like The National Ballet of Canada, Stuttgart Ballet, and others in Italy, Korea, and Japan.

As artistic director of ProArteDanza, Roberto choreographs innovative works, including …in between… (2010) with Robert Glumbek, and a dance inspired by The Marriage of Figaro (planned for November 2018).

His choreography extends to film, notably creating the dream dance sequence for the amphibious creature in The Shape of Water (2017), an Oscar-winning film, and movement coordination for It (2017), where he also played a clown.

His acting roles include Colin and Red Pyramid (Pyramid Head) in Silent Hill (2006), Pyramid Head in Silent Hill: Revelation (2012), and movement coordination for Return to Silent Hill (TBD). Other credits include The Colony (2013), The Expanse (2015), and What We Do in the Shadows (2019).

He has also choreographed for figure skater Kurt Browning, creating six pieces for Stars on Ice and TV specials. His multifaceted career blends dance precision with cinematic horror, making him a unique figure in both industries.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: Dora Mavor Moore Award for Outstanding Choreography for …in between… (2010, shared with Robert Glumbek)
• Nominated: Bonnie Bird Choreography Award, London (2001)
• Nominated: Gemini Award for Best Performance in a Performing Arts Program for The Year of the Lion
• Received: Fellowship Initiative Award, New York Choreographic Institute (2007)
• Received: Chalmers Professional Development Grant (2008)

His awards reflect his significant impact in choreography, with recognition extending to his film work.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @robertocampanellaofficial

Personal Life

Roberto resides in Toronto, Canada, where he is a proud Canadian citizen. He has two daughters, Giorgia and Maya, but details about his spouse or relationship status are not publicly confirmed, suggesting a private personal life.

His move to Canada in 1993 was a significant transition, marked by challenges with language but eased by his universal dance expertise. During Silent Hill filming, he was briefly sent home to cut costs, leading to a rewritten scene due to issues with the Armless Man sequence.

Roberto is passionate about collaboration, describing himself as bringing “warmth, passion, and enthusiasm” to projects. His hobbies are not widely documented, but his work with figure skater Kurt Browning and appearances at events like HorrorHound Weekend suggest interests in skating and horror culture.

He has avoided controversies, maintaining a professional reputation.

Filmography

• Silent Hill (2006, film) – Colin / Red Pyramid (also lead choreographer)
• Time to Time (year unspecified, film) – Lead role
• Roxana (year unspecified, film) – Lead role
• The Year of the Lion (year unspecified, film) – Lead role (Gemini Award nomination)
• The Colony (2013, film) – Additional crew
• The Shape of Water (2017, film) – Choreographer (dream dance sequence)
• It (2017, film) – Clown / Movement coordinator
• Silent Hill: Revelation (2012, film) – Pyramid Head
• The Expanse (2015, TV series) – Role unspecified
• What We Do in the Shadows (2019, TV series) – Role unspecified
• Frankenstein (year unspecified, project) – Role unspecified
• Return to Silent Hill (TBD, film) – Movement coordinator

Net Worth

Roberto Campanella’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $3 million, derived from his work as an actor, choreographer, and artistic director. His income includes earnings from films like Silent Hill and It, choreography for The Shape of Water, and his leadership at ProArteDanza.