Simonetta Stefanelli, Image Source: Instagram dailysimonetta Eventually, Stefanelli landed her first breakout role as the innocent Apollonia Vitelli-Corleone in the movie titled, The Godfather.
His death has a notable impact on Michael, ultimately leading him to decide to abandon Mafia life.
In the novel, Michael avenges Apollonia's death.
Main article: Vito Andolini Corleone is a fictional character in Mario Puzo's novel The Godfather and in the first two of Francis Ford Coppola's film trilogy.
He is killed by the contract killers Mosca and Spara as he recognises them when they try to kill Michael disguised as friars.
In the novel, Lucy is a fairly important supporting character, with several chapters dedicated to her story.