Celebrity actor Franco Nero, who turned 82 this past weekend, stated that even though he has landed a wide range of roles in his storied career, he still wants to work.

During the Filming Italy – Los Angeles festival, Nero made a humorous statement to ANSA.

“I still want to work a lot, even though I’ve already played all the roles I wanted to — all that was lacking were an orchestra conductor and the Pope

but I got to do them too in the last few years,” he said, receiving a career achievement award.

Famous Performances and Hollywood Starts
In 1966, Nero made his screen debuts as Abel in John Huston’s “The Bible: In the Beginning” and as the legendary Western hero in Sergio Corbucci’s “Django.” Later on, “Django Unchained” by Quentin Tarantino was inspired by this latter role.

Nero reflected on his early experiences in Hollywood, saying, “I came to Hollywood for the first time in 1966.” It was exquisite. Partying all night long with James Stewart, Paul Newman, or other high-profile colleagues… After “Django” was released in Italy, I was asked to film “Camelot.”

The life’s passion for him

Not only is “Camelot” one of John F. Kennedy’s favorite movies, but it’s also the place where Nero first met Vanessa Redgrave, so it has a particular place in his heart. Carlo, the couple’s son, is currently an actor and they began dating in 1967.

Upcoming Initiatives and Thoughts on Django
Nero stated that he is unlikely to approve a highly anticipated “Django” sequel, stating, “I don’t feel like getting back on a horse 60 years later, but we’ll see,” despite the movie’s success and long impact.

Nero is looking forward to his upcoming movie, “Black Beans and Rice,” which is being directed by Robert Port, who is well-known for his work on “1944 – The Battle of Cassino.”

Both moviegoers and filmmakers acknowledge Nero’s influence on the spaghetti western genre, as demonstrated by Tarantino’s decision to include Nero in a cameo appearance in the 2012 picture “Django Unchained,” which starred Jamie Foxx and Christoph Waltz.

He was also chosen for the Sky serial “Django” by Italian director Francesca Comencini last year, which solidified his legendary status in the genre.