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Annandrea Vitrano

Annandrea Vitrano is an Italian actress, comedian, and singer born on June 28, 1988, in Palermo, though she originates from Misilmeri. She began her career participating in the 'Taaac' comedy workshop in Palermo in 2012, and shortly thereafter formed the comedic duo I Soldi Spicci with Claudio Casisa. They continued their training by attending the Zelig workshops in Rome and Milan in 2013. Vitrano’s early work included hosting the radio program Spicciatevi on Radio One in 2013, demonstrating her versatility as a performer. I Soldi Spicci gained wider recognition with their television debut on Colorado (Italia 1) in September 2014, returning to the show in 2019. They also ventured into filmmaking, starring in and writing the film La fuitina sbagliata in 2018, for which they received the Benevento Cinema Televisione award for revelation of the year in film in 2019. In 2020, Vitrano and Casisa competed on the reality show Pechino Express as 'The Palermitans'. Their creative partnership extends to directing; they co-directed the film Un mondo sotto social , starting filming in September 2020. She has also released music, including the album Summer Stories in 2019 and singles such as ‘Le scarpe antisesso’ (2015) and 'Senza filtri' (2022). Vitrano continues to expand her acting credits. She appeared in Ferzan Özpetek’s film Nuovo Olimpo in 2023, and is currently in the cast of Alessandro Siani’s Succede anche nelle migliori famiglie (2024). Her career includes roles in television series like The Bad Guy (2024) and appearances in short films such as 'SmartLove' (2015), as well as theatrical productions including 'Pushow' (2012) and 'Chi dice donna dice camion’ (2019-2020, 2022). She recently directed the play 'Spaiato' in 2024. With an eight-year acting career, Vitrano has demonstrated a broad range of talents across film, television, radio, and theatre.

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Aurora Leone

Aurora Leone is an Italian actress, comedian, and television personality. Born on May 18, 1999, in Caserta, Italy, she is currently 27 years old and her zodiac sign is Taurus. She began her performance journey at the Teatro Civico 14 in Caserta and participated in the Campania Actor Studio competition in 2016. Leone gained recognition after appearing on Italia’s Got Talent in 2019, reaching the final and finishing fifth with her monologue "Quotidiana mente – una famiglia a pretesto." Following this appearance, she joined the Naples-based comedy collective The Jackal in 2019, contributing to various web and social media projects. She continued to develop her comedic style, rooted in everyday life, and showcased it through monologues like "Vero a Metà," which toured Naples, Rome, and Milan in 2022. Since 2019, Leone’s career has seen significant growth. She participated in Pechino Express in 2022 alongside Gianluca Fru Colucci, placing third. In 2023, she starred in the comedy series Pesci piccoli , created with The Jackal, and co-hosted a Prime Video special called Una famiglia a pretesto . From 2023 onwards, she has co-hosted Italia’s Got Talent with Fru. She also appeared on Prova prova sa sa in 2022 as a guest. Her monologue "Quotidiana mente – una famiglia a pretesto" was released on Prime Video in June 2023. In 2024, she competed on LOL – Chi ride è fuori, placing third. She premiered the theatrical show Tutto scontato in December 2024, which tours Europe and includes dates in London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Brussels. The show will also visit Rome, Naples, Florence, and Bologna. Leone’s work is presented in “The Jackal style,” and she has become a prominent face of the collective. She studied Modern Literature at the University Federico II of Naples after attending scientific high school. Her new show, "Everything Discounted," will tour major Italian cities starting December 2nd, 2024. Tickets are available for pre-sale on April 18th, 2024.

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Emanuela Fanelli

Emanuela Fanelli is an Italian actress and comedian born in Rome on July 6, 1986. She began her career in theater as a teenager, studying acting under Luigi Onorato, Giorgio Amato, and David Fiandanese. Her film debut was in Don't Be Bad (2015), directed by Claudio Caligari, where she played the role of Prima Smandrappata. Fanelli has worked in sketch comedy television for over ten years. She starred as Cinzia in the TV series Dov'è Mario? (2016) alongside Corrado Guzzanti. She appeared in films such as Gli ultimi saranno ultimi , Beata ignoranza , Assolo , La casa di famiglia , and A mano disarmada . She has also contributed to various programs, including Battute? (2019), appearing in Checco Zalone’s music video for “Immigrato” (2019), and participating in the Sanremo Music Festival in 2021. She has been part of the program Una pezza di Lundini since 2020, where she performs monologues called 'Voci di donna' and tributes to Rome. Fanelli gained international recognition for her roles in Dry (2022) and There's Still Tomorrow (2023). In 2022 and 2023, she secured back-to-back David di Donatello awards for her performance as Best Supporting Actress; subsequently, she received another David di Donatello in 2024. She authored and stars in the mockumentary comedy series Peccato , which premiered at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival in 2023 and explores a forgotten future for her character. The series, set in 2049, is described as ironic, disturbing, irreverent, and unpredictable. She also won Best Actress at the 48 Hour Film Project in 2014 for Un film d'amore . Emanuela Fanelli is currently involved in a top-secret film project called ‘Siccità’ directed by Paolo Virzì, and will appear in Another Summer Holiday (2024). She also appears on Rai Radio 2 with Lillo & Greg since 2016.

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Giacomo Battaglia

Giacomo Battaglia, born January 27, 1965, in Reggio Calabria, was an Italian comedian who found prominence as part of the duo Battaglia e Miseferi. He met Luigi Miseferi in Reggio Calabria during the mid-1980s, and their partnership began with radio broadcasts on local stations. Their early work established them within the regional entertainment scene. In 1990, they gained wider recognition after appearing on RAI’s 'Stasera mi butto', a platform for emerging comedic talent. This appearance led to an invitation from Pier Francesco Pingitore, who wrote them for the show 'Troppa Trippa' within the Compagnia del Teatro Bagaglino. Battaglia e Miseferi became permanent members of the Teatro Bagaglino, contributing significantly to its comedic output. Their performances involved comic sketches and imitations, notably those of Sandro Ciotti and Bruno Vespa. Beyond their stage work, they were enthusiastic supporters of Calcio Reggina, the local football team from Reggio Calabria. This passion led to frequent appearances on the RAI show 'Quelli che il calcio' where they provided commentary on Reggina matches. Battaglia also expanded his creative endeavors, co-authoring and performing in several theatrical productions including 'Jurassic Pac' (1993), 'Mediterroni' (1998) and 'I Telebani' (2002). He appeared in the 1992 film 'Gole ruggenti', further demonstrating his versatility. Battaglia’s career included a book publication, 'Racconti in Amaranto,' in 2008, and an appearance on RAI Italia's 'Community - L'altra Italia' in 2013 to present the work. Sadly, in January 2018, he was diagnosed with a serious illness. He suffered a stroke on June 26, 2018, after a show with Pippo Franco and was subsequently hospitalized in Crotone. Giacomo Battaglia died on April 1, 2019, in Cinquefrondi, leaving behind a legacy of comedic performances and a dedicated following within Italy.

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Katia Follesa

Katia Follesa, born Katiuscia Follesa on January 12, 1976, in Giussano, is an Italian comedian, television presenter, actress, and radio host. Her mother is Sicilian and works as a hotel administrator, while her father is Sardinian and a chef. Before pursuing a career in entertainment, she worked in a financial holding company. She has a younger sister who does not work in the entertainment industry. Katia Follesa gained recognition in the 2000s as part of the comedic duo Katia & Valeria. The comedic duo Katia & Valeria, formed in 2001 with Valeria Graci, quickly rose to prominence through appearances on Zelig starting in the early 2000s. They also performed on Colorado Café and MTV Italia, and continued their work on Zelig off and Zelig Circus from 2004 to 2011. Follesa’s acting credits include roles in Buona la prima! (2007), Vacanze di Natale a Cortina (2011), and Benvenuti al Nord (2012). She has also collaborated with Maccio Capatonda on Ma anche no (2011) and co-hosted Salsa rosa on Sky Italia's Comedy Central channel in 2010. The duo Katia & Valeria dissolved in February 2012. Since the 2010s, Follesa has hosted numerous television programs on Rai and Mediaset, including Junior Bake Off Italia (2017-2019) and Cake Star - Pasticcerie in sfida. She also co-hosted Quanto manca on Rai 2 from 2014 to 2019, and 90 Special on Italia 1 in 2018. Throughout her career, she has worked as a radio host and appeared in various film and television productions, notably Social Family (2020), a docu-comedy chronicling her experiences alongside her former spouse, Angelo Pisani. She frequently collaborates with Angelo Pisani on theatrical tours, such as Finché social non ci separi (2018-2022). At the 78th Venice International Film Festival in 2021, she was awarded the accolade of Best Female TV Personality. Currently, she co-hosts a night of the Sanremo Music Festival in 2025.

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Khaby Lame

Khaby Lame, known worldwide as Khaby, is an Italian influencer and media personality. Born on March 9, 2000, in Dakar, Senegal, he moved to Italy with his family when he was one year old, settling near Turin and later in Chivasso. He attended Italian schools until age 14 before briefly studying at a madrasa near Dakar. His full name is Khabane Serigne Lame. Khaby began posting on TikTok in March 2020 after being laid off from his job as a CNC machine operator due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He quickly gained popularity through 'duet' and 'stitch' videos, responding to overly complicated 'life hack' videos with silent, simple solutions and a signature hand gesture. His comedy style involves expressive facial expressions and silence, often compared to Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, reviving codes of 1930s Hollywood silent comedy cinema. By June 23, 2022, he became TikTok’s most-followed user, surpassing Charli D'Amelio and achieving a world record for having the most followers without uttering a single word. Gianluca Vacchi was overtaken as the most-followed Italian on TikTok by him in April 2021; subsequently, in July 2021, he secured the position of second most followed TikToker worldwide. He has appeared in promotional videos for Juventus FC and attended the Venice Film Festival in September 2021. A multi-year collaboration with Hugo Boss commenced in January 2022 for him, coinciding with his inclusion in both Fortune's 40 Under 40 and Forbes' 30 Under 30 lists, as well as receiving the Premio la Moda Veste la Pace award during that same month. He served as a juror at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022 and won an International Streamy Award that same year. His first role in a film will be in an English-language spy comedy where he will portray a food delivery worker who is enlisted by the CIA. As of 2026, Khaby Lame is the most-followed user on TikTok, with over 162 million followers. Rich Sparkle Holdings proposed purchasing his company, Step Distinctive Limited, for $975 million in January 2026; this proposition encompassed the rights to utilize his image and behavioral patterns to develop an AI-powered digital twin, but it ultimately failed due to public disapproval. He serves as an ambassador for the 2026 Summer Youth Olympics, which will be held in Dakar, Senegal, and is also a practicing Muslim who has fully memorized the Quran. He aims to transition into comedic television series and considers Checco Zalone and Will Smith as role models.

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Lorenzo Baglioni

Lorenzo Baglioni, born on September 22, 1986, in Grosseto, is an Italian singer, actor, and songwriter who performs across various platforms including film, television, stage, the web, and social media. He spent his childhood in Greve in Chianti, near Florence. Baglioni’s background is notably academic; he earned a degree in mathematics from the University of Florence in 2012 and subsequently obtained a doctorate in research on probability calculus and statistical problems from the University of Pisa. Following his education, Baglioni taught at secondary schools for two years before dedicating himself to theater and entertainment in 2012. His comedic journey began to gain momentum in 2015 with the song 'Canto anch'io, no tu no,' a collaboration with Iacopo Melio, and he modified Janancci’s song 'Vengo anch'io, no tu no!' to highlight accessibility issues, gaining nearly 15 million views. He has appeared in several TV series including Il bello delle donne… alcuni anni dopo in 2017 and three episodes of 'Il Bello Delle Donne' in 2017. Baglioni’s music career flourished with participation in Sanremo Giovani 2017 and a fourth-place finish at the 2018 Sanremo Music Festival with 'Il congiuntivo.' He released his first studio album, Bella, Prof! , in February 2018, followed by the single 'Logaritmi' in May of that year. He hosted Bella, Prof! on Sky Uno starting in May 2018 and L'isola degli eroi on Boing, continuing to host the show into the following season. His work extends beyond entertainment; Baglioni uses songs to teach scientific fundamentals in schools across Italy and released his third album, Ripassongs , on December 22, 2023. He is currently co-hosting the Zecchino d'Oro in 2024.

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Luca Vecchi

Born in Rome on October 22, 1985, Luca Vecchi is an Italian who works as an actor, director, and screenwriter. The Pills, a comedy group co-founded by Matteo Corradini, Luigi Di Capua, and Luca Vecchi in the summer of 2011, is what he’s most recognized for. Their career began with sketch comedy called THE PILLS, initially launching as a web series on YouTube in 2011. This web series quickly gained fame and became a phenomenon online, eventually moving to Italia 1 in 2014. Vecchi’s work extends beyond The Pills. He first appeared on television in 2012 on DeeJay TV with Late Night with The Pills, interviewing Italian celebrities. He has acted in several films including I Can Quit Whenever I Want (2014), Modalità aereo (2019), Dolceroma (2019), and Nel bagno delle donne (2020). Vecchi also wrote the screenplay for Claudio Di Biagio's 2014 film Andarevia , and contributed to screenplays for the TV series Zio Gianni (2014-2016) and the comedy Poveri ma ricchissimi (2017). He directed the feature film The Pills – Sempre meglio che lavorare in 2016, produced by Pietro Valsecchi and Matteo Rovere. He also directed Dolceroma in 2019, Modalità Aereo in 2019, Poveri ma ricchissimi in 2017, The Pills: Sempre meglio che lavorare in 2016, and most recently 30 anni (di meno) in 2024. Vecchi's creative output continues. Rizzoli released Vecchi's debut book, *Tu per me sei morto - Come ho seppellito il mio miglior nemico*, in 2022. In 2023, he participated in the Spotify and Showreel Media Group podcast BRODO with The Pills. He also wrote and directed the play Il Talento di Essere Tutti e Nessuno about Luca Ward. Vecchi has written for television series such as Pesci piccoli: Un'agenzia, molte idee, poco budget (2023) and Bang Bang Baby (2022). He also teaches at Scuola Comics, an institution that organizes events like author meetings and visits to industry fairs. He won several awards for the short film A Christmas Carol in 2018.

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Max Angioni

Massimiliano Angioni, who goes by the name Max Angioni, was born in Italy on November 8, 1990; he works as a comedian, actor, and television presenter. He hails from Como, Italy, though his family has Sardinian origins; he grew up in the Sagnino neighborhood. Angioni began performing for youngsters at celebrations, before getting formal training at the Accademia del Comico in Milan and Teatro in Centro in Como. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent success in the Italian comedy scene. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Mimetic Fest in London both featured Angioni’s performances in 2014, which boosted his comedy work. In 2018, Angioni first appeared on television as a performer on Zelig Time, where he started by impersonating characters like Aquaman and Jon Snow. He continued to appear on Zelig, notably portraying the character Kevin Scannamanna, and was part of the cast of Zelig C-Lab in 2020. In 2021, he achieved widespread recognition as a runner-up on Italia's Got Talent, earning the 'Premio Vincenzo Crocitti International - Vince Award'. That same year, he also co-starred in Lui è peggio di me and hosted Natale a Casa Radio 2 . His stand-up show ‘Miracolato’ toured Italian theatres in 2022, selling over 30,000 tickets, and was subsequently broadcast on Italia 1 in September of that year. Since 2023, Angioni has continued to expand his reach. He published the humorous book Mistero Brutto – Il Vangelo secondo me and participated in the Partita del cuore to support victims of the Emilia-Romagna floods. From 2023 to 2026, he co-presented the television program Le Iene alongside Veronica Gentili. He starred in the comedy film Esprimi un desiderio in 2025 and hosted Max working - Lavori in corso that summer. Angioni's talent was further recognized when he won the second season of R.I.P. – Roast in Peace on Prime Video in 2026, and he is joining the cast of Gialappa Show starting in 2026. He also provided the Italian voice for Gary the Snake in Zootopia 2 . His Instagram account, maxangioni_, currently has 1.3 million followers.

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Stefano Rapone

Stefano Rapone is an Italian comedian, writer, and television personality from Rome. Born on October 31, 1986, he graduated in Japanese Language and Translation from the Sapienza University of Rome. After completing his studies in 2012, he relocated to Japan and started performing stand-up comedy in English. He is a stand-up comedian, an author, and a podcaster. Rapone’s career includes participation in several significant Italian comedy platforms. In 2014, he participated in Italy's first open mic event. He participated in the first season of Natural Born Comedians on Comedy Central Italia in 2015, and returned for its second season as well. He also contributed to programs like CCN – Comedy Central News. From 2018 to 2019, Stefano Rapone joined the Mai dire Talk team on Italia 1. Simultaneously, he and Daniele Tinti presented the live podcast Tintoria, a program that achieved more than 300 episodes and millions of views or listeners. He authored graphic novels Marco Travaglio Zombi (2014) and Natale a Gotham (2017), and also contributed as an author for Trio Medusa on Wipeout and Takeshi's Castle from 2017 to 2018. His recent work includes appearances on La versione di Fiorella, Gialappa Show, and Battute?, as well as Una pezza di Lundini. In October 2024, his satirical short story collection, Racconti scritti da donne nude, was released; it received a Premio Strega 2025 nomination and subsequently won the Premio Satira Politica Forte dei Marmi. Rapone’s comedy often reflects on current events, politics, and sensitivities, with a goal to convince Wikipedia of his relevance. Rapone’s stand-up comedy productions include Spettacolo annullato and Stefano Rapone Live Tour. These performances consistently sold out theaters in Italy and abroad, with locations such as the Arcimboldi in Milan, the Brancaccio in Rome, and the Celebrazioni in Bologna. His current show is titled "Comico dai ruoli mai principali" (Comedian with Never Main Roles), a stand-up comedy production by THE COMEDY CLUB, and will premiere in November 2026. A Prime Video version of Tintoria, titled Tintoria Prime, will be released in 2026.

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Susy Del Giudice

Susy Del Giudice, born Assunta Del Giudice on February 9, 1969, in Naples, is an Italian actress. She grew up immersed in the world of popular theater, as her father was a stage manager and her mother a seamstress. Her father began having her act in theatrical productions at age seven, marking the start of a long career. She debuted in Lina Wertmüller’s Pasqualino Settebellezze in 1975. Her early career involved participation with numerous theatrical companies led by Mario Scarpetta, Luigi De Filippo, Aldo Giuffrè, Armando Pugliese, and Giancarlo Sepe. This extensive experience began at a very young age, making attending school difficult. Luigi De Filippo offered her a role after seeing her perform, which proved to be a pivotal moment. She later became a protagonist in shows directed by Vincenzo Salemme and has appeared in many theatrical productions including Sceneggiata napoletana , Repertorio napoletano , and Il volo . She is currently performing in the play 'Benvenuti in casa Esposito', which premiered with Giovanni Esposito and Nunzia Schiano. Susy Del Giudice’s filmography includes roles in Luna rossa (2001), Marcello Marcello (2008), Napoletans (2011), Tutti i santi giorni (2012), Una piccola impresa meridionale (2013), L'oro di Scampia (2013), A Napoli non piove mai (2015), Anime borboniche (2021), Nero (2024), and Purché Finisca Bene - Tutto a Posto (2024). She has also appeared in television series such as Capri (2010), Gomorra - La serie (2014) and La vita bugiarda degli adulti (2023). In 2022, she received a David di Donatello nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in I fratelli De Filippo . She has faced challenges as a woman in the entertainment industry, sometimes recognized as 'the wife of Giovanni Esposito', to whom she is married and with whom she has a daughter named Mela. Susy Del Giudice is an actress who chooses to resist and persevere in her career.

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Valerio Lundini

Italian entertainer Valerio Lundini, a comedian, actor, television host, and screenwriter, was born in Rome on March 11, 1986. He initially studied law but later switched to literature, earning a degree from Roma Tre University. Lundini’s education encompassed earning a diploma from the Roman School of Comics. This foundation in both academic study and comedic performance informs his multifaceted career. He began working as an author for radio and television programs, contributing to shows like '610' and 'Programmone' on Rai Radio 2. Lundini’s comedy style has gained prominence through various appearances and projects. He wrote for ‘Programmone’ by Nino Frassica and participated as an author and comedian in 'Battute?' on Rai 2 in 2019. 'L'Altro Festival,' a program connected to the Sanremo Music Festival, featured Lundini as a co-host in 2020, and it was broadcast on RaiPlay. Following that, ‘Una pezza di Lundini’ premiered on Rai 2 with Lundini as its primary host, airing from September 2020 until June 2022. In 2021, he appeared at the Sanremo Music Festival alongside Fulminacci and Roy Paci, and also participated in ‘Soliti ignoti - Il ritorno’ as a contestant for charity. Also in 2020, he published his debut book, titled 'Era meglio il libro'. Lundini continues to expand his creative output. In 2022, he toured with theatrical shows across Italy and performed with his band, I Vazzanikki, at events like the Concerto del Primo Maggio and the Jova Beach Party. The band also released an album, 'Innamorati della vita,' in 2024. He made his feature film debut in 2023, starring in ‘The Best Century of My Life’ opposite Sergio Castellitto. Currently, he hosts his second television program, ‘Faccende complicate,’ which premiered on Rai 3 and is available on RaiPlay in 2024. He has also appeared as a guest on CCN - Il salotto con Michela Giraud from 2020 to 2021.

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