Andrea Innocenti During the episode of Vale Tutto, the podcast hosted by Selvaggia Lucarelli, Giulia De Lellis addressed for the first time the recent controversy surrounding her partner Tony Effe . The interview helped clarify a video posted by the rapper, some provocative statements, and rumors of a possible relationship crisis , while also offering a broader perspective on his lifestyle.
The controversy sparked by Tony Effe's video
Within a few weeks, Tony Effe became the target of criticism on social media after posting a short reel showing off his extremely toned physique while wearing pants considered to be very tight. In the video, the rapper claimed the pants were a women's size 26, further stating, "You are slaves to food, carbs, and sugar."
The phrase, perceived by many as an attack on the concept of body acceptance, sparked a heated debate online.
The Size 26 Talk and the Carb Message
The singer's words, although aimed at celebrating his fitness journey, were judged by some of the public as insensitive.
A few days later, Tony Effe posted an apology, clarifying that the intent was to convey a positive message about a healthy lifestyle, not to offend. However, the choice to use a reference to a woman's size has left open the debate about how public figures should talk about bodies and health.
Giulia De Lellis talks about addictions: smoking, running, and new goals.
In her speech, Giulia De Lellis commented on her partner's behavior, calling it a "shift of addictions toward something healthier." She explained that Tony Effe had recently quit smoking after twenty years of nicotine addiction, and that to replace that habit, he had begun running intensely. "Running? Too much!" she said, reiterating that an addiction is never completely cured, but it can be transferred to another activity.
Habit change as a form of recovery
According to her, her newfound passion for running represents an attempt to replace smoking with a more beneficial activity. Tony Effe shared during the podcast that running allows him to "find the measure" of his new routine, but that he still tends to have an "all or nothing" approach. This self-awareness, described by De Lellis, suggests that the rapper is still finding a balance between athletic discipline and personal freedom.
No cracks in the couple: the truth behind the rumors
Some industry gossip had insinuated a possible crisis between the two, even going so far as to suggest a breakup. The interview, however, revealed no signs of tension; on the contrary, Giulia De Lellis emphasized that their relationship is still strong and that they are raising little Priscilla together . Their public statements seem to demonstrate that, despite the controversy, the couple remains united and focused on common goals.
Tony Effe 's story of switching from smoking to running, along with his apology for the size 26 video, demonstrates how social media communication can have unexpected effects and how personal reflection can emerge from this experience.