Sonia Bruganelli Fires Back at Age‑Difference Criticism of Relationship with Angelo Madonia

Italian TV producer and former Paolo Bonolis wife Sonia Bruganelli posted Instagram stories to confront a flood of hostile comments about her relationship with dancer Angelo Madonia. She highlighted the double standard in how the public judges the eleven‑year age gap between them, noting that criticism intensifies when a woman is older, whereas similar gaps with men are often overlooked. Bruganelli also rejected accusations that Angelo is exploiting her wealth, referencing past jokes that she herself had “used” Bonolis. Her response emphasized that the tone of the remarks, rather than the facts of the relationship, was the real issue.

The actress‑turned‑producer called the commentary “arid” and “petty,” urging commenters to consider the couple’s genuine affection instead of perpetuating sexist assumptions about age and gender in relationships.