Galli initially aspired to a career in teaching after earning a master's degree and moving to Rome, but she entered the film industry following her debut in the comedy “Nel blu dipinto di blu” (also known as “Volare”). Early notable appearances included small parts in Federico Fellini's “La dolce vita” (1960) and a supporting role as Carolina in Luchino Visconti's epic “Il gattopardo” (1963). She gained prominence in genre cinema with films like “Blood for a Silver Dollar” (1965) as Evelyn Stewart and giallo titles such as “The Psychic” (1977), where she played the lead role of Gloria Ducci.
Throughout her career, Galli worked across diverse genres, including comedies like “Il medico della mutua” (1968) alongside Alberto Sordi, and frequently collaborated with her son, actor Alessandro Cocco, in several projects. Her pseudonyms, including Arianna Galli, Isli Oberon, and Evelyn Stewart, allowed her to navigate the prolific Italian film industry, where she excelled in dramatic and suspenseful roles. After her final film, “Con i piedi per aria” (1990), Galli withdrew from public life, maintaining a low profile since.
GALLI, Ida (aka Arianna, Ariana Galli, Arianna Galli, Ina Galli, Arianna Heston, Isli Oberon, Priscila Steele, Eveline Stewart, Evelin Stewart, Evelyne Stewart, Evelyn Stewart, Ewelyn Stewart, Eveline Sthewart) [3/9/1939, Sestola, Modena, Italy - ] – film actress, married to soccer player Mario Cocco [1932- ] (196?- ) mother of actor Alessandro Cocco [1964- ], actress Deborah Cocco [196?- ]
Charge of the 7th – 1964 (Nelly Bonnet) [as Priscila Steele]
Adiós Gringo – 1965 (Lucy Tillson) [as Evelyn Stewart]
Blood for a Silver Dollar - 1965 (Judy O'Hara) [as Evelyn Stewart]
7 Magnificent Pistols for Timothy - 1965 (Cora Lee/Coralie)
Why Kill Again? – 1965 (Judy McDougall) [as Evelyn Stewart]
Django Shoots First - 1966 (Jessica Kluster/Custer) [as Evelyn Stewart]
Gatling Gun – 1968 (Belinda/Belle Boyd) [as Evelyn Stewart]
The Man Who Cried for Revenge - 1968 (Lisa/Liza Flanagan) [as Evelyn Stewart]
No Graves on Boot Hill – 1968 (Dolores) [as Evelyn Stewart]
The Unholy Four - 1969 (Sheila Udo) [as Evelyn Stewart]
The 4 Gunmen of the Holy Trinity - 1970 (Julia Simpson) [as Evelyn Stewart]
Cowboy Kid – 1972 (Mrs. Callaghan) [as Evelyn Stewart]
The Man Called Invincible – 1973 (Miss Marlene) [as Evelyn Stewart]
