Ilona Staller, also known as Cicciolina, is a Hungarian-Italian former adult film star, singer, and politician. Born on November 26, 1951, in Budapest, she gained fame in the 1970s and 1980s for her work in the adult film industry, becoming one of its most recognizable figures. In addition to her entertainment career, Staller entered politics and was elected to the Italian Parliament in 1987 as a member of the Radical Party. She is known for her unconventional approach to politics, often blending her celebrity status with advocacy for issues like civil rights and freedom of expression.