Talia Shire
Actor
Biography
Talia Rose Shire (née Coppola; born April 25, 1946) is an American actress. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Adrian Pennino, the wife of Rocky Balboa, in the iconic "Rocky" film series. Shire's portrayal of the timid but resilient Adrian earned her acclaim and a place in cinematic history. Beyond "Rocky," she also starred as Connie Corleone in "The Godfather" films, further establishing her as a versatile and talented actress. With a career spanning several decades, Shire's contributions to film have solidified her as a respected figure in Hollywood.
As Director
Filmography
The Godfather
as Connie Corleone Rizzi 1972
The Godfather Part II
as Constanzia 'Connie' Corleone 1974
Rocky
as Adrianna 'Adrian' Pennino 1976
The Godfather Part III
as Connie Corleone Rizzi 1990
Rocky IV
as Adrianna "Adrian" Balboa 1985
Rocky II
as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa 1979
Rocky III
as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa 1982
Rocky Balboa
as Adrianna "Adrian" Balboa (Archive Footage) (uncredited) 2006
Rocky V
as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa 1990
Megalopolis
as Constance Crassus Catilina 2024
Palo Alto
as Mrs. Ganem 2014
I ♥ Huckabees
as Mrs. Silver 2004
Nonnas
as Teresa 2025
New York Stories
as Charlotte 1989
Sly
as Self 2023
The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980
as Connie Corleone-Rizzi 1992
Prophecy
as Maggie Verne 1979