Gilles Marini

Gilles Marini has transitioned from a successful modeling career to a prolific acting career, known for engaging international audiences across film and television. After gaining significant international recognition for his breakout role as Dante, the Casanova in the 2008 film Sex and the City: The Movie, Gilles Marini quickly became a sought-after talent in Hollywood. Prior to his acclaimed cinematic debut, Marini established a successful modeling career, featured in numerous television commercials and print advertisements for prominent brands including Budweiser, Clairol, Coca Cola, Ross, Chrysler, Fila, GNC, Infiniti, Mervins, Avon, Lord and Taylor, and Robinsons May. His acting career officially began in 2005 with the horror film Screech of the Decapitated, swiftly followed by appearances in The Boys & Girls Guide to Getting Down (2006) and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (2007).

Marini expanded his versatility by lending his voice to animated projects, notably in Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos (2012), and showcased his hosting capabilities as a French co-host for the Netflix competition series Ultimate Beastmaster. His filmography continued to grow with appearances in projects such as Waiting for Anya (2020), demonstrating his ongoing commitment to diverse roles across film and television. Maintaining a consistent and dynamic screen presence, Marini’s recent television credits include guest appearances on Grey’s Anatomy (2023) and American Auto (2023). In 2024, he has been featured in multiple projects, including S.W.A.T., Beyond Black Beauty, Crimes of Fashion: Killer Clutch, and Murder Company, further solidifying his reputation as a prolific actor engaging international audiences across various platforms.