Marcello Magni Biography

Marcello Magni is Enjoying Marital Bliss With Wife Kathryn Hunter

It is said, opposites attract. It is so true in the case of Marcello Magni and actress Kathryn Hunter. These two individuals could not be more different. 

Marcello takes his time before making any decision, whereas, on the other hand, Hunter is more of a spontaneous person. Not only that, but they also differ in terms of basic things like eating.

The Italian native loves cooking and eating tasty meals, whereas Hunter is happy with her cigarettes and coffee. So, how did these two people with different tastes and personalities fall in love?

Marcello Magni and Harry Potter actress Kathyrn Hunter are married. SOURCE: Theatre Voice

Well, it all started with a meeting in a bar in London in the late eighties. The pair were there to discuss a part in the play Anything for a Quiet Life. When the couple first locked eyes, no sparks flew from either side. So, it is safe to say it was not a love at first sight.

Kathyrn got the role in the play, and she and Marcello started working together. After spending time, the actress began developing feelings for him. True to her nature, she did not take much time to confess her love for him.

Much to the Kathyrn's Suprise, Marcello declined her proposal. He was not interested on her romantically, and also he was yet to be over from his past affair. It was less than a year ago; he ended a relationship, so he was not ready to start anew.

Magni and Hunter, who are professionals, did not let their issues affect their professional life. They continued to work together in the play without any problems. After three months, the pair went to Italy to do a show here.

While in Italy, Marcello got a chance to know his co-star better, and thus, his feelings towards her began to change. Soon, he realized that he likes Hunter and confessed his feelings to her at the roof of the Arabic castle in Italy.

Marcello Magni with life partner Kathyrn in a play. SOURCE: Berkshire Fine Arts

After the trip, the couple started a live-in relationship. While living together, the lovebirds found the differences between their personalities and lifestyles. The differences sometimes led to arguments as well. 

Thankfully, the love between them was stronger than any differences. They quickly learned to accept each other habits and started adjusting accordingly.

Because of their respect of each other choices, the bond betwwen them got stronger day by day. The couple eventually tied the knot in 2010-2011 after a courtship of nearly two decades.

Marcello Magni Desire To Have Kids Remain Unfulfilled

Marcello and his wife Kathryn, do not share any children. The saddest thing is that it is not by choice. The couple wanted to have kids and raise a family, but for much of their youth, they began occupied with their passion for arts. Sadly, when they finally decided to start a family, they were unable because of various factors, including Hunter's age. She was past her prime fertility years, and becoming pregnant got difficult.

Marcello Magni Net-Worth Accumulated Over Years

Marcello is an accomplished actor, director, choreographer, and businessman. From his various professions, he is able to accumulate a net worth of $2 million over the years.

Jacques Lecoq alum is considered a pioneer of physical theatre. He has created various plays that tell the story through bodily movements. Some of his most notable works include A Minute too Late, The Visit, and Faithful Ruslan-The Story of a Guard Dog.

Marcello Magni provided the voice to Pingu. SOURCE: IMDb

Magni also has shown his incredible skills in movies and television. He has memorable roles in projects such as "Doctor Who," "Nine," and "The Tudors." Among his filmography, he is, however, most famous for providing a voice to Pingu in the TV series "Pingu."

Marcello is also a co-founder of the theatre company Complicite along with Simon McBurney and Annabel Arden since 1983. The company has created many groundbreaking shows for which they have earned accolades and awards.

Quick Facts: Marcello Magni

• Marcello Magni was born in Bergamo, Italy
• He came to Britain in the early 1980s.
• Magni graduated from the Ecole Jacques Lecoq in Paris in the 1980s
• He has also studied Peking opera and mask-making
• Marcello is a few years younger than his wife, Kathyrn.
• He is active on Twitter.
• He provides workshops to new talents through his company Complicite.

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