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Cast changes for Italian show Uomini e Donne

Overview

The Italian dating program ‘Uomini e Donne’ is preparing for a new season scheduled to broadcast on Canale 5 starting in September 2026. A primary development is the addition of Alessandra Mussolini as a new commentator, a move intended to bring a “direct and energetic dynamic” to studio discussions. Her arrival has drawn positive reactions from former show icons Ida Platano and Roberta Di Padua, joining existing opinionists Tina Cipollari and Gianni Sperti.

Following recent recordings, Mussolini revealed that when Maria De Filippi initially contacted her, she had proposed becoming a ‘tronista’ instead, though the request was declined. Mussolini described her intended approach as a ‘gossip’ style opinionist, noting her intention to observe participants closely and speak freely. She expressed a preference for Gemma Galgani, stating she finds her likable, a stance that may lead to friction with long-time cast member Tina Cipollari. Mussolini emphasized she is prepared for potential studio disagreements and intends to follow her instincts.

The upcoming season also introduces several new participants. Giorgia Angeloni, a 25-year-old psychology graduate from Rome, has been officially introduced for the ‘trono classico’. Her participation follows a personal history involving early independence and family challenges, including her parents’ separation and her father’s diagnosis of early-onset Parkinson’s disease.

Other expected appearances include former ‘Temptation Island’ participants Giovanni Grazioso and Soraya Sabetta, which may strengthen the connection between the two programs produced by Maria De Filippi. While the exact broadcast schedule for the 2026/2027 season has not been finalized, recordings for the new season have already commenced.

Entities

Uomini e Donne · Maria De Filippi · Alessandra Mussolini · Tina Cipollari · Canale 5

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [CULTURE] 8 sources
    Alessandra Mussolini joins ‘Uomini & Donne’ cast as opinionist

    Alessandra Mussolini joins the cast of ‘Uomini & Donne’ as an opinionist, revealing she previously asked Maria De Filippi to be a ‘tronista’ instead.

  2. 15 days ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Uomini e Donne announces Alessandra Mussolini and new tronisti

    The new season of ‘Uomini e Donne’ introduces Alessandra Mussolini as a commentator and Giorgia Angeloni as a new tronista, with potential crossovers from ‘Temptation Island’ expected.

  3. 16 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Giorgia to join ‘Uomini e Donne’ cast

    Giorgia, a 25-year-old psychology student from Rome, will join the dating show ‘Uomini e Donne’ on Canale 5 this autumn.

  4. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 20 sources
    Alessandra Mussolini joins Uomini e Donne as new commentator

    Alessandra Mussolini joins the cast of ‘Uomini e Donne’ as a new commentator for the upcoming season, which begins broadcasting on September 21 on Canale 5.

Sources

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