Monica Guerritore discusses health and appearance on Ballando con le Stelle

Actress Monica Guerritore has shared personal reflections regarding her participation in the dance competition ‘Ballando con le Stelle’. During an appearance on Rai 1, she revealed that she may choose to remove her wig during a performance to show her natural hair, noting that such a decision would depend on the specific concept and song.

Guerritore previously disclosed in July that she had undergone chemotherapy following the detection of abnormal tumor markers. She described the experience as a period of significant emotional and physical challenge. Reflecting on her performance, she expressed deep emotion after dancing a Charleston with partner Luca Urso, a routine that earned a standing ovation and high marks from the jury.

Beyond her health and dance, the actress addressed the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry, specifically regarding the credibility of beautiful women and the importance of representing mature women in media. She also shared a moment of personal significance when her husband, former Rai president Roberto Zaccaria, appeared in the studio.