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Gilles Villeneuve
Acting
18 Jan 1950
† 08 May 1982
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Biography
Gilles Joseph Henri Villeneuve (18 January 1950 - 8 May 1982) was a Canadian Formula 1 driver. Known for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, he became one of the most charismatic drivers in motorsport history. Villeneuve raced for McLaren and Ferrari. His statistical numbers: 67 Grands Prix, 6 wins, 2 pole positions, 8 fastest laps, 13 podiums and 107 points. His best Championship finish was 2nd place in 1979. He tragically passed away on May 8, 1982, in Zolder, Belgium, during qualify...
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Gilles Villeneuve's Movies
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Villeneuve Pironi
12 Nov 2022
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1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
31 Dec 1981
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Le vrai Jacques Villeneuve
05 Oct 2017
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Gilles Villeneuve : à toute vitesse
26 Jun 2020
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1979 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
08 Sept 1979
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Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
01 Jan 2004
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Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
01 Jan 2004
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Snowmotion: The Art of Sledding
15 Oct 1992
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1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
24 Nov 1982
