Porn Star Turned Italian Politician Loses Career Memorabilia in Burglary Hungarian-born Ilona Staller, known as "Cicciolina," has been a household name in Italy since the 1970s. By Eric J. Lyman ...

ROME, April 12 (UPI) -- Former member of Italian parliament Ilona Staller, also known as porn star Cicciolina, announced she will run for councilor in Rome's municipal elections.