Biography and filmography

Gilles Villeneuve

Gilles Joseph Henri Villeneuve (18 January 1950 - 8 May 1982) was a Canadian Formula 1 driver. Known for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, he became one of the most charismatic drivers in motorsport history. Villeneuve raced for McLaren and Ferrari. His statistical numbers: 67 Grands Prix, 6 wins, 2 pole positions, 8 fastest laps, 13 podiums and 107 points. His best Championship finish was 2nd place in 1979. He tragically passed away on May 8, 1982, in Zolder, Belgium, during qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.

Older brother of Jacques-Joseph Villeneuve and father of Jacques Villeneuve.