Gerry Scotti celebrates 70th birthday with a special 'La Ruota della Fortuna' episode

Italian television veteran Gerry Scotti turns 70 on 7 August 2026. After nearly five decades on air, he is celebrated as a familiar, reassuring face of Italian TV. The long‑running quiz show La Ruota della Fortuna, which recently achieved a 25 % audience share, will air a dedicated special episode on his birthday. The program will feature co‑host Samira Lui, video tributes from personalities such as Michelle Hunziker, Max Giusti and Maria De Filippi, and a segment revisiting classic moments from Scotti’s career. In recent interviews Scotti discussed the show’s success, his future on Striscia la Notizia, and the possibility of retirement, but confirmed he will continue to host the format as long as the audience wants it. The celebration underscores his lasting impact on Italian popular culture.