Gianfranco Butinar, famous Roman impersonator, dies of heart attack at 51

Mourning in the entertainment world. Gianfranco Butinar, Roman impersonator, comedian and actor, died of a heart attack at the age of 51. Famous for his impersonations, he has impersonated many characters thanks to his multifaceted talent. Totti, Pizzul Celentano Califano Vasco Rossi just to name a few of his warhorses.

The news was announced on social media by the page "Sport In Oro - The amateur sports Sunday".

Actor Gianfranco Butinar (instagram)

According to initial reports, the 51-year-old suffered a heart attack last night while on the couch at home with his wife. "A great sorrow for all the friends of Rete Oro and our programs: yesterday Gianfranco Butinar, actor, comedian, impersonator, often a guest on the program Il Tribunale delle Romane, passed away suddenly. A true artist, who we can only remember with the smile and cheerfulness that always distinguished him. From the director Raffaele Minichino and from our entire editorial staff, heartfelt condolences to the family. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 3 pm at the Parish of Santa Maria Regina Pacis in Ostia. Goodbye Gianfranco", we read on the Facebook page of "Sport In Oro - La domenica sportiva dei dilettanti". The actor's last show was just last Sunday.