- Born
- Died
- Birth nameJoseph Gilles Henri Villeneuve
- Nickname
- The Aviator
- Gilles Villeneuve was born on January 18, 1950 in St.-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, Canada. He was married to Johanne Barthe. He died on May 8, 1982 in Leuven, Flanders, Belgium.
- SpouseJohanne Barthe(October 17, 1970 - May 8, 1982) (his death, 2 children)
- Ex-Formula One racing driver, who raced for McLaren (1977 (1 GP)) and Ferrari (1977-1982). Villeneuve started 67 Grands Prix, 6 Wins, 2 Pole Positions, 8 Fastest Laps and 13 Podiums. Best ranked in the World Championship: 2nd in 1979.
- Enzo Ferrari would always compare Gilles to pre-war racing sensation Tazio Nuvolari.
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