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An unexpected encounter
When it comes to celebrity encounters, one always expects a certain degree of formality and distance. However, the lunch between Maria Grazia Cucinotta e Pier Paolo Pretelli has shown that genuineness and spontaneity can prevail even in high visibility contexts. During the episode of the program The perfect ingredient on La7D, the two shared a moment of conviviality that revealed not only their personalities, but also their aspirations and roots.
Compliments and sincerity
The young Pretelli, currently engaged in the musical Rocky, began the lunch by expressing his honor in sharing the table with a diva of Cucinotta's caliber. The star's response was warm and affectionate, showering the former Big Brother contestant with compliments. "You've always been the boy next door," Cucinotta said, leaving Pretelli visibly impressed. This exchange of words highlighted a fundamental aspect: the beauty of human relationships, even between people who work in such different worlds.
The Roots and the Future
During the conversation, Pretelli shared his personal story, emphasizing the importance of his origins. “I come from Maratea, a small town of 5 inhabitants,” he said, highlighting how his roots are fundamental to his identity. Cucinotta, for her part, showed interest in Pretelli’s private life, asking about his partner, Giulia Salemi, and their imminent role as parents. “We are very happy, we can’t wait,” Pretelli replied, revealing the excitement that precedes the arrival of their child.
A bright future
Lunch turned into a moment of reflection on aspirations and dreams. Pretelli revealed that, despite having started a course of study in law, his true dream had always been to work in the entertainment world. “I took 15 exams, but in the end I gave up,” he confessed, with a smile that betrayed his satisfaction with the choice he had made. Cucinotta, with her experience, encouraged the young actor to follow his passions, demonstrating that, in the end, what matters is personal happiness and the realization of one's dreams.