Paola Perego reveals decades of TV work under psychotropic drugs

Italian television presenter Paola Perego, who turned 60, spoke openly about her 43‑year career, beginning at age 16 and including shows such as "Citofonare Rai 2" and "The Floor" on Rai 2. She described long‑standing panic attacks that led her to use psychotropic medication while remaining on air.

Perego also recounted two stalking incidents, the support of her husband Lucio Presta during a crisis, and her view that family life is far from a fairy‑tale. The interview highlighted her desire to address mental‑health issues publicly and to give voice to women’s stories on television.