Edward Marchesi Maria De Filippi , an undisputed icon of Italian television, is known for her discretion on social media. However, in recent hours, she made an exception by responding to a message from Emiliano Fiasco, a young dancer who participated in the last edition of Amici.
The boy, who entered the school at just sixteen, won the hearts of the presenter and the audience with his talent and humility.
Their story, built on mutual respect and affection, continues to resonate even after so much time.
Emiliano Fiasco: Thanks to Maria De Filippi
After a summer spent dancing on stages all over Italy, Emiliano Fiasco is preparing to embark on a new adventure in France, at the Pôle National Supérieur de Danse Rosella Hightower.
Before leaving, the young dancer wanted to thank Maria De Filippi for the opportunity she offered him.
In a lengthy message posted on social media, Emiliano expressed his gratitude to the host, emphasizing how much the show Amici has changed his life. "Hi Maria. It's been a little over three months since the last episode, and even today, I sometimes stop to think about everything I've experienced," the dancer wrote.
The young man confessed to being a little nervous about this new challenge, but also eager to get involved. "Today, a new chapter in my life began. I won't deny that, on the one hand, I'm a little scared: leaving for France, entering such an important academy, meeting people I don't know, and starting everything from scratch makes me tremble a little," he added.
Emiliano then thanked Maria De Filippi for giving him the opportunity to live such a unique experience. "I want to thank you because you were always there for me on the show, you accompanied me, supported me, and gave me the opportunity to experience something I never imagined," he concluded his message.
Maria De Filippi's response: words of encouragement
Maria De Filippi's response wasn't long in coming. The host, who usually avoids social media, decided to respond to Emiliano's message with words of encouragement and affection.
"First of all, thank you so much for your kind words, but believe me, I didn't do anything. I just saw a child dancing to a Vecchioni song called 'Sogna ragazzo sogna', and this on a show where I was a 'judge,'" Maria De Filippi wrote.
The host then recalled Emiliano's talent from the very first auditions. "Then I saw a young boy dancing on Amici, and the child's talent was even more evident in the young man," she added.
Maria De Filippi concluded her message with words of encouragement for the young dancer. "I want to tell you that I love you too, but above all, don't be afraid and that some dreams do come true," she wrote, signing her name with the initials "MDF."
A recognized talent
Emiliano Fiasco was undoubtedly one of the most talented dancers at last year's Amici . His career at the school was marked by moments of great emotion and success, culminating in two prestigious offers: one from George Birkadze of the American Classic Ballet and the other from Paola Cantalupo, artistic director of the Pôle National Supérieur de Danse Rosella Hightower.
During the boy's elimination, Maria De Filippi hugged him and told him how proud she was of his talent. "You're truly amazing, you deserve everything you're receiving, but I'm serious," the host declared.
Maria De Filippi's admiration for Emiliano Fiasco has remained undiminished over time, as demonstrated by her recent social media post. The young dancer, with his talent and humility, has won over not only the host, but also the audience and his colleagues.