Getty ImagesClaudia Cardinale, an enchanting presence of the Italian cinema for decades whose beauty was immortalized by Fellini and Visconti, died September 23 near Paris. Cardinale was considered among Italy's most beloved and instantly recognizable acting exports, along with Sophia Loren, Anna Magnani and Gina Lollobrigida. Born April 15, 1938 in Tunis, she worked more than 65 years, propelled into acting after winning a 1957 beauty contest. Cardinale was also a capable singer who released records from time to time, including the 1977 disco hit "Love Affair." As famous for her advocacy as for her acting and her beauty, Cardinale was an outspoken feminist and UNESCO goodwill ambassador.