Talia Shire

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

3.2048

Gender

Female

Birthday

25-Apr-1946

Age

(80 years old)

Place of Birth

Lake Success, New York, USA

Also Known As
  • Talia Coppola
  • Talia Rose Coppola
  • تالیا شایر

Talia Shire

Biography

Talia Rose Shire (née Coppola; born April 25, 1946) is an American actress. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Adrian Pennino, the wife of Rocky Balboa, in the iconic "Rocky" film series. Shire's portrayal of the timid but resilient Adrian earned her acclaim and a place in cinematic history. Beyond "Rocky," she also starred as Connie Corleone in "The Godfather" films, further establishing her as a versatile and talented actress. With a career spanning several decades, Shire's contributions to film have solidified her as a respected figure in Hollywood.


Credits

The Vendors The Vendors (1970) Character: Mary Jo (as Talia Coppola)
A folk singer, his relationship with a hooker and the seamy underbelly of the recording industry.
Divorce: A Contemporary Western Divorce: A Contemporary Western (1998) Character: N/A
A look at the dysfunctional relationships of three couples as seen from the male point of view.
Looking for Palladin Looking for Palladin (2008) Character: Rosario
Brash young Hollywood talent agent Josh Ross (David Moscow) is dispatched to Guatemala, where he's assigned to locate missing star Jack Palladin (Ben Gazzara), a man Josh has never met but can't stand due to Palladin's long-ago relationship with his late mother. Despite receiving no help from the amused locals, Josh eventually finds his target hiding out as a cook at a restaurant but discovers that persuading the reluctant actor to return to Hollywood will be an uphill climb. Talia Shire costars in this independent comedy.
The Rocky Saga: Going the Distance The Rocky Saga: Going the Distance (2011) Character: Self
The 35th anniversary of the 1976 Oscar-winning film “Rocky” is marked with a TV retrospective in which Sylvester Stallone and others reminisce about the creation of the movie as well as the other films in the franchise.
The Family Whistle The Family Whistle (2016) Character: Self
The famed Coppola family of filmmakers and musicians descends from Agostino Coppola, a poor immigrant from an impoverished village in Southern Italy. Interviews and archival footage portray how the family history has inspired these artists, and how they continue to renew their ties to the land of their origin.
Molls and Dolls: The Women of Gangster Films Molls and Dolls: The Women of Gangster Films (2006) Character: Self
A documentary on the roles of women in gangster movies.
Morality and the Code: A How-to Manual for Hollywood Morality and the Code: A How-to Manual for Hollywood (2006) Character: Self
A look at the motion picture production code and its effects on Hollywood.
Prohibition Opens the Floodgates Prohibition Opens the Floodgates (2006) Character: Self
Short documentary about prohibition and gangsters and how it affected the movies of the day.
Kill Me If You Can Kill Me If You Can (1977) Character: Rosalie Asher
The story of Caryl Chessman, a convicted California rapist who spent 12 years on death row before finally being executed.
Born Into Exile Born Into Exile (1997) Character: Donna Nolan
This is the tale of two young lovers who flee from the miseries of their homelife to make it on there own. Nineteen year old Chris, rejected by his family, hopes to go to college and into forestry once he's out of the Army Reserves. Holly, who is fourteen, lives with her divorced, overprotective mother and her brother. She runs with an older crowd and soon attaches herself to Chris. Holly's mother is dead set against Chris because of his age, and she and Holly are at odd's over him. When she forbids them to see one another, and boots Chris out of her yard, Holly convinces a doubtful Chris to run off to the promises of California. The Trip West, with the couple penniless, avoiding the law, a lecherous trucker and other routine incidents, shows them that life will not be easy.
Daddy, I Don't Like It Like This Daddy, I Don't Like It Like This (1978) Character: Carol Agnelli
The unfulfilled dreams of his parents and the tensions created at home cause life to become a nightmare for a youngster who seeks release in a withdrawal to his own world.
Family Tree Family Tree (2003) Character: Patricia
Dysfunctional in-laws on Thanksgiving are one thing, but a long-lost brother-in-law who sprouts leaves when he gets wet is a whole other can of cranberries.
Pizza with Bullets Pizza with Bullets (2012) Character: Mary Perspirino
A sickly Mob Don's obsession that a pizza parlor owner is his missing long lost son.
Foster & Laurie Foster & Laurie (1975) Character: Adelaide Laurie
The story of two New York City police officers, one white and one black, their ambush and murder by black revolutionaries and the efforts to hunt down and capture their killers.
Maxie Maxie (1973) Character: Sandy
When deaf-mute Maxie (K.T. Baumann) goes to work at the local butcher shop, she senses strange things are afoot. When she discovers the beloved town butcher (Vic Tayback) is getting his choicest cuts from the local morgue, she finds herself tangled in a web of deception, betrayal and bloody murder. Featuring incredible suspense and a chilling twist, The Butchers is a lost cannibal classic in the tradition of Silence of the Lambs and Cannibal! The Musical.
Palo Alto Palo Alto (2014) Character: Mrs. Ganem
A lack of parental guidance encourages teens in an affluent California town to rebel with substance abuse and casual sex.
Megalopolis Megalopolis (2024) Character: Constance Crassus Catilina
In a futuristic New York known as New Rome, visionary architect Cesar Catilina dreams of building "Megalopolis," a utopian city that redefines society’s limits. Opposing him is the corrupt Mayor Franklyn Cicero, who clings to power and profit. Between them stands Julia, the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar forces her to choose between loyalty, ambition, and the fate of humanity.
Christmas at Cadillac Jack's Christmas at Cadillac Jack's (2007) Character: Peg
While stranded at a diner on Christmas Eve, Rose finds personal redemption in protecting a young baby from an abusive father on her way to reconciling with the child she had to give up for adoption in her youth.
Caminho dos Sonhos Caminho dos Sonhos (1998) Character: Ida Stern
A Jewish teenager goes to a Catholic school and falls in love with a black Catholic girl.
New York Stories New York Stories (1989) Character: Charlotte
Three tales of love, ambition, and neurosis unfold in the city that never sleeps. In "Life Lessons" (Martin Scorsese), a tormented painter channels heartbreak into his art. In "Life Without Zoë" (Francis Ford Coppola), a precocious 12-year-old navigates privilege and loneliness in a Manhattan hotel. And in "Oedipus Wrecks" (Woody Allen), a man’s domineering mother literally becomes a looming presence over New York.
Lured Innocence Lured Innocence (1998) Character: Martha Chambers
A reporter sent to cover a murder trial discovers a web of deceit stemming from a torrid affair.
The Return of Joe Rich The Return of Joe Rich (2011) Character: Gloria Neiderman
Joe believed in right and wrong until... His job outsourced to India. His teaser rate spiked. His wife bailed. But Joe has a plan...to get it all back, and more. Joe returns home, to the last place on planet Earth where real men can be found...Chicago. Joe's Uncle Dominic is "connected". Joe wants in...to The Mob, or "The Outfit", as it is called in Chicago. And he'll do anything to make it happen. Can a wanna-be wise guy live a long and happy life ? A way cool element of The Return of Joe Rich is amazing HD documentary footage of 10 real-life "Chicago Guys" ages 73 to 89. These "guys" found themselves in the same predicament, in real life, in the 1930's, 40's, and 50's, that Joe does today. They form a "Greek Chorus" which inter-cuts with the present day narrative of The Return of Joe Rich. Written by Sam Auster
Kiss The Bride Kiss The Bride (2002) Character: Irene Sposato
Sibling drama overshadows the impending nuptials of Danni Sposato and her longtime boyfriend, Geoff Brancato. Television actress Niki brings her manager-boyfriend, Marty, to meet the family for the first time, while spiky youngest sister Toni shows off her bandmate and lover, Amy, and driven Wall Street banker Chrissy flashes the status symbols of her financial success.
John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs (2017) Character: Self
An examination of the Oscar-winning director who brought to life some of cinema's most beloved motion pictures.
The Deported The Deported (2010) Character: Dina
An Italian-American actor is deported to Mexico by some crooked INS Agents, and a pack of orphans helps him find his way back to America
Rocky II Rocky II (1979) Character: Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Cold Heaven Cold Heaven (1992) Character: Sister Martha
An adulterous woman's faith in God is tested when her husband dies and miraculously comes back to life.
40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic (2020) Character: Self (archive footage)
Sylvester Stallone and John G. Avildsen narrate behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Rocky" to mark the film's 40th anniversary.
Bed & Breakfast Bed & Breakfast (1991) Character: Claire
Life changes for three women who run a failing hotel when a mysterious man washes up at the beach.
The Godfather Legacy The Godfather Legacy (2012) Character: Self
THE GODFATHER LEGACY goes deep inside Francis Ford Coppola's epic saga about the Corleone crime family and reveals how the Academy Award-winning film and its sequels became one of the most acclaimed franchises in Hollywood history. Featuring iconic scenes from all three films, never before seen home movies and insightful interviews with filmmakers (Francis Ford Coppola, All Ruddy and Peter Bart), actors (Al Pacino, James Caan, Talia Shire, Joe Mantegna, et al.), law enforcement officials and even former Mafia members. This feature length documentary illustrates why The Godfather trilogy continues to entertain and fascinate audiences and how it continues to impact the way society views everything from capitalism to crime.
Rocky IV Rocky IV (1985) Character: Adrianna "Adrian" Balboa
Rocky Balboa holds the world heavyweight championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This time, Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in the heart of Moscow. But nothing can truly prepare him for what he's about to face – a fight to the finish, in which he must defend not only himself, but also the honor of his country!
The Landlady The Landlady (1998) Character: Melanie Leroy
Melanie decides that one of her tenants would be perfect as her husband and decides to eliminate everyone who might interfere in her plans.
The Godfather Part III The Godfather Part III (1990) Character: Connie Corleone Rizzi
In the midst of trying to legitimize his business dealings in 1979 New York and Italy, aging mafia don, Michael Corleone seeks forgiveness for his sins while taking a young protege under his wing.
Megadoc Megadoc (2025) Character: Self
Presenting a behind-the-scenes account of a visionary at work. From Oscar-nominated Mike Figgis, Megadoc gives audiences an unfiltered and intimate look at the making of Francis Ford Coppola’s epic sci-fi drama Megalopolis.
The Whole Shebang The Whole Shebang (2001) Character: Contessa Bazinni
On a mission to save his family's fireworks business, a man becomes distracted after he falls in love.
Stallone: Frank, That Is Stallone: Frank, That Is (2021) Character: Self
An inside look into the fascinating life, career and survival of the most unknown famous entertainer in Hollywood.
Rocky Rocky (1976) Character: Adrianna 'Adrian' Pennino
Rocky Balboa is a Philadelphia club fighter who seems to be going nowhere. But when a stroke of fate puts him in the ring with a world heavyweight champion, Rocky knows that it's his one shot at the big time — a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go the distance and come out a winner!
The Godfather Family: A Look Inside The Godfather Family: A Look Inside (1990) Character: Self / Connie Corleone
A documentary on the making of the three Godfather films, with interviews and recollections from the film makers and cast. This feature also includes the original screen tests of some of the actors for "The Godfather" film, and some candid moments on the set of "The Godfather: Part III."
Palmer's Pick-Up Palmer's Pick-Up (1999) Character: Mr. Price
Two dimwit owners of a struggling hauling company are approached about hauling a huge, mysterious box across country at the end of the century. The cargo has religious significance and may be an attempt to release Satan in the Devil's Triangle to start the next century. En route, many step out to try to stop their delivery...
Nora Roberts' Blue Smoke Nora Roberts' Blue Smoke (2007) Character: Bianca Hale
After witnessing an uncontrollable blaze burn her family's pizzeria to the ground when she was just 11 old, it's no wonder that Reena decides to become an arson investigator. Now, years later, she decides to visit the old neighborhood, where she finds true romance with a hunky carpenter named Bo Goodnight. But Reena is swiftly knocked off cloud nine when she discovers that a psycho connected to her past has resurfaced to wreak havoc in her life.
Working Man Working Man (2019) Character: Iola Parkes
When the last factory in a small Rust Belt town closes its doors, an unlikely hero emerges in dutiful, quiet Allery Parkes. A career employee of the factory, the aging Allery can't reconcile how to live a life simply sitting at home doing nothing. Against the advice and pleas of his loving wife Iola, he forms an unlikely friendship with his charismatic neighbor Walter Brewer in order to revive the defunct factory.
The Dunwich Horror The Dunwich Horror (1970) Character: Nurse Cora
Dr. Henry Armitage, an expert in the occult, goes to the old Whateley manor in Dunwich looking for Nancy Wagner, a student who went missing the previous night. He is turned away by Wilbur, the family's insidious heir, who has plans for the young girl. But Armitage won't be deterred. Through conversations with the locals, he soon unearths the Whateleys' darkest secret — as well as a great evil.
Sly Sly (2023) Character: Self
His love of film began as an escape from a rocky childhood. From underdog to Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone tells his story in this documentary.
Nonnas Nonnas (2025) Character: Teresa
After losing his beloved mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with actual nonnas — grandmothers — as the chefs.
Mark Twain and Me Mark Twain and Me (1991) Character: Jean Clemens
During the final years of his life, the famous writer Samuel "Mark Twain" Clemens is befriended by a young girl named Dorothy Quick.
Prophecy Prophecy (1979) Character: Maggie Verne
When a dispute occurs between a logging operation and a nearby Native American tribe, Dr. Robert Verne and his wife, Maggie, are sent in to mediate. Chief John Hawks insists the loggers are poisoning the water supply, and, though company man Isley denies it, the Vernes can't ignore the strangely mutated wildlife roaming the woods. Robert captures a bear cub for testing and soon finds himself the target of an angry mutant grizzly.
Dim Sum Funeral Dim Sum Funeral (2008) Character: Viola Gruber
An Irish funeral has a wake. A Jewish funeral has sitting shiva. A traditional Chinese funeral is something else entirely. That's what the estranged siblings of the Chinese-American Xiao family must undergo upon news of their mother's death. The one brother and three sisters don't get along, however, they share one thing: hatred for their domineering and manipulative mother, "The Dragon Lady."
The Wild Racers The Wild Racers (1968) Character: June
Promising young racing car driver Joe Joe Quillico leaves the stock car racing scene in the United States in order to pursue Grand Prix racing in Europe. After limited success he manages to win the Spanish Grand Prix. His love life however, is much less successful and his winning on the track only serves to alienate the woman he loves - with unhappy consequences.
The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 (2016) Character: Constanzia "Connie" Corleone-Rizzi
'The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901-1959' is a chronological edit of the first two Godfather films, as broadcast by HBO in 2016 and later made available on its streaming platforms. With a runtime of 423 minutes, it incorporates many deleted and extended scenes that were not included in the original theatrical releases of The Godfather and The Godfather: Part II. These include: the young Vito Corleone hunting down Don Ciccio and his men to avenge the brutal murder of his family; the fate of Fabrizio, the traitor responsible for the death of Michael's first wife; and a fairly pivotal reunion scene between Vito and Michael, following his return from Sicily. This version includes additional scenes that were not part of the similar 1981 release of ‘The Godfather 1902–1959: The Complete Epic', which had a runtime of 386 mins. That release was a reduced version of the 1977 television mini-series 'The Godfather Saga', which was broadcast in four separate parts with a runtime of 434 mins.
ロッキー·スペシャル: 燃える青春 ロッキー·スペシャル: 燃える青春 (1990) Character: Adrian Pennino (archive footage)
A recap of the first four films in the Rocky franchise produced for Japanese theaters.
Un homme est mort Un homme est mort (1972) Character: Make-up Girl
A French hit man is hired by a crime family to end the life of a rival mobster, but things fall apart when the boss who hired him is killed.
Rocky V Rocky V (1990) Character: Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rocky’s career, and a crooked accountant has left him broke. Inspired by the memory of his trainer, however, Rocky finds glory in training and takes on an up-and-coming boxer.
The Godfather Part II The Godfather Part II (1974) Character: Constanzia 'Connie' Corleone
In the continuing saga of the Corleone crime family, a young Vito Corleone grows up in Sicily and in 1910s New York. In the 1950s, Michael Corleone attempts to expand the family business into Las Vegas, Hollywood and Cuba.
Homo Erectus Homo Erectus (2007) Character: Ishbo's Mother
Ishbo is a caveman living in the prehistoric age who thinks there's more to life than hunting and gathering. He tries to better the lives of those in his tribe by inventing things like spoons and the toothbrush, which leave everyone, including his parents, unimpressed. He also has a thing for cavewoman Fardart, but she only has eyes for his brother Thudnik. Can Ishbo prove his worth when a rival clan attacks?
I ♥ Huckabees I ♥ Huckabees (2004) Character: Mrs. Silver
A husband-and-wife team play detective, but not in the traditional sense. Instead, the happy duo helps others solve their existential issues, the kind that keep you up at night, wondering what it all means.
Rocky III Rocky III (1982) Character: Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
Following Rocky Balboa's intense battle with his most powerful adversary yet – the ferocious Clubber Lang – Rocky joins forces with former rival Apollo Creed in an effort to get back his fighting spirit.
Chantilly Bridge Chantilly Bridge (2023) Character: Maggie
Chantilly Bridge reunites a group of lifelong, steadfast friends who are still – in their later years -- chasing their dreams, fighting injustices, and sticking up for their convictions. The women lay bare their lives and deal with important issues that impact all women with humor, humility, humanity, and love. No topic escapes the razor-like wit and insight of these women: equality, sex, menopause, mortality, feminism, parenthood, careers, love, and even “me-too” moments.
Gas! -Or- It Became Necessary to Destroy the World in Order to Save It. Gas! -Or- It Became Necessary to Destroy the World in Order to Save It. (1970) Character: Coralee
A gas is let loose upon the world that kills anyone over 25 years old.
Hyper Sapien: People from Another Star Hyper Sapien: People from Another Star (1986) Character: N/A
Three aliens from the planet Taros land on Earth and are befriended by a Wyoming rancher's son.
Windows Windows (1980) Character: Emily Hollander
Emily Hollander becomes the subject of a lesbian obsession at the hands of Andrea Glassen, her next-door neighbour.
Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light (2006) Character: Self
Film Noir burrows into the mind; it's disorienting, intriguing and enthralling. Noir brings us into a gritty underworld of lush morbidity, providing intimate peeks at its tough, scheming dames, mischievous misfits and flawed men - all caught in the wicked web of a twisted fate.
My Father's Will My Father's Will (2009) Character: Mrs. Mancini
Ferro Olivetti, a billionaire playboy and businessman, promises to fulfill his dying father's final request: to live one month without his wealth.
Rocky Balboa Rocky Balboa (2006) Character: Adrianna "Adrian" Balboa (Archive Footage) (uncredited)
When he loses a highly publicized virtual boxing match to ex-champ Rocky Balboa, reigning heavyweight titleholder Mason Dixon retaliates by challenging the Italian Stallion to a 10-round exhibition bout. To the surprise of his son and friends, Rocky agrees to come out of retirement and face an opponent who's faster, stronger and thirty years his junior. Rocky takes on Dixon in what will become the greatest fight in boxing history!
Deadfall Deadfall (1993) Character: Sam
After he accidentally kills his father Mike during a sting, Joe tries to carry out Mike's dying wish by recovering valuables that Mike's twin brother Lou stole from him years earlier. But Uncle Lou is also a confidence artist, and Joe is soon drawn into his increasingly dangerous schemes.
Blood Vows: The Story of a Mafia Wife Blood Vows: The Story of a Mafia Wife (1987) Character: Gina
A fashion designer marries a lawyer only to discover that his father is an imfamous mafia don.
River Made to Drown In River Made to Drown In (1997) Character: Jaime's Mother
Thaddeus Mackenzie, a wealthy lawyer, learns that he is dying and decides to sell all of his property and visit his old friend Allen Hayden. Allen is a struggling artist with a passion for life who once survived by working the streets, but now is romantically involved with Eva, a wealthy European gallery owner living in L.A. Thaddeus implores Allen to find Jamie, a young street hustler that Thaddeus had once tried to rescue. Allen returns to the streets to face the dark corners of his past where he must choose between what he left behind and the uncertainty that lies ahead.
Chantilly Lace Chantilly Lace (1993) Character: Maggie
A group of middle-aged women get together at a secluded house to learn about themselves.
The Godfather The Godfather (1972) Character: Connie Corleone Rizzi
Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his youngest son, Michael steps in to take care of the would-be killers, launching a campaign of bloody revenge.
For Richer, for Poorer For Richer, for Poorer (1992) Character: Millie Katourian
Fresh out of college, a young man lazes about his family's estate, which irritates his father, a self-made millionaire who hatches a bankruptcy plan that he hopes will inspire his son to get a job.
The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 (1992) Character: Connie Corleone-Rizzi
Following the release of The Godfather Part III in 1990, Coppola, Barry Malkin, and Walter Murch edited the three Godfather movies into chronological order. As had the earlier compilations, this film incorporated scenes that are not part of the theatrical releases.
Dreamland Dreamland (2016) Character: Victoria
Part-time pianist Monty Fagan begins a May-December romance that upends his home life.
She's So Lovely She's So Lovely (1997) Character: Restaurant Owner (uncredited)
After being released from a psychiatric institution, a man tries to redeem himself in the eyes of his now-ex wife from the events that led up to his incarceration.
Old Boyfriends Old Boyfriends (1979) Character: Dianne
When her marriage falls apart, a psychiatrist seeks out those of her former boyfriends who left the biggest impact on her life, mostly in a bad way.
Faerie Tale Theatre: Rip Van Winkle Faerie Tale Theatre: Rip Van Winkle (1987) Character: Wilma Van Winkle
Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation of Washington Irving’s classic tale about Rip Van Winkle, a carefree villager who wanders into New York’s Catskill Mountains, drinks with mysterious strangers, and falls into a deep sleep—awakening twenty years later to find the world around him transformed.
Reel Horror Reel Horror (1985) Character: Sandy (archive footage)
Evil spirits that emerge from cans of old movie film terrorize a neighborhood.
Rad Rad (1986) Character: Mrs. Jones
A BMX racer, who lives in a small town with his mother and sister, is faced with a tough decision, qualify for Helltrack or take his SATs in order to attend college.
The Visit The Visit (2001) Character: Parole Board Member Marilyn
A young man dying in prison brings his family together for a fateful visit, and proceeds to put his life back together.
The Christian Licorice Store The Christian Licorice Store (1971) Character: Last Party Guest
A tennis champ falls in with the Hollywood crowd, finds himself being corrupted by the life in the fast lane.
Con Man Con Man (2018) Character: Carol Minkow
The story of Barry Minkow, a young and charismatic figure in business who reaches CEO status by lying and scheming his way to the top.



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