What was Sophia Loren jailed for in 1982? Why was Sophia Loren exiled from Italy?

Sofia Costanza Brigida Villani Scicolone (born 20 September 1934), known professionally as Sophia Loren, is an Italian and French actress. She was named by the American Film Institute as one of the greatest stars of Classical Hollywood cinema.

As of 2023, she is one of the last surviving major stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood cinema and is the only remaining living person to appear on AFI’s list of the 50 greatest stars of American film history, positioned at number 21.

What was Sophia Loren jailed for in 1982? 

The Oscar-winner was found guilty of tax evasion in 1982 and spent 18 days in an Italian prison. “In 1982, you went to prison,” Terry stated during a 1984 interview with the glamorous actress. “Yes,” she replied, looking uncomfortable.

Why was Sophia Loren exiled from Italy?

Loren and Ponti, who have been French citizens since their marriage, left Italy in the early 1970s, largely because, they said, an escalation of kidnapings made them fear for their two children’s safety.