Introduction
Lorenzo Zurzolo is an Italian actor known for his natural charm, emotional depth, and strong screen presence in both teen dramas and more complex, artistic films. He gained international recognition through popular Netflix projects and has since established himself as one of Italy’s promising young talents with roles in critically acclaimed cinema and ambitious series.
Career
Early Debut: Started acting as a child around 2007–2008 with small roles in Italian TV series like Decameron di Daniele Luttazzi and Don Matteo. He performed in theater, notably playing Pinocchio in a stage production at age 14.
Breakthrough Role: Rose to fame playing Niccolò Rossi Govender in the Netflix teen drama series Baby (2018–2020), which became a major hit among young audiences.
Major Success: Starred as Vincenzo in the popular Netflix comedy-drama Under the Riccione Sun (2020) and its sequel Under the Amalfi Sun. Gained further acclaim for his role in Jerzy Skolimowski’s Oscar-nominated film EO (2022).
Further Acclaim: Delivered strong performances in Morrison (2020), earning a Nastro d’Argento award, and appeared in projects like Prisma, La Storia, and Diabolik: Who Are You? (2023).
Recent Work: Portrayed Italo Balbo in the miniseries M - The Son of the Century (2024–2025). Starred in Squali (2025) alongside James Franco and has upcoming projects including In the Hand of Dante produced by Martin Scorsese.
Family Life
Lorenzo Zurzolo was born on March 21, 2000, in Rome, Italy. He is the son of Federico Zurzolo, a RAI journalist, and Gabria Cipullo (also known as Gabria), a film producer. He has an older sister named Ludovica. He studied at a liceo linguistico and spent time in England during high school. As of 2026, he keeps his romantic life private and is reported to be single.
Lorenzo Zurzolo Net Worth
As of 2026, Lorenzo Zurzolo's net worth is estimated to be around $1 - 2 million. He has earned primarily through his acting roles in television, films, streaming projects, and brand collaborations.
Notable Achievements
- Breakthrough success with the Netflix series Baby, reaching global audiences.
- Roles in the Oscar-nominated film EO (2022) and popular Netflix summer films.
- Nastro d’Argento award for Morrison (Persol Prize for Character of the Year).
- Premio Kinéo at the Venice Film Festival and other recognitions including Giffoni Explosive Talent Award.
- Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe – Entertainment list (2025).
- Transition from teen idol roles to diverse, critically respected performances in Italian and international cinema.