# Controversy over Matteo Salvini at De André tributes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-matteo-salvini-at-de-andr-tributes > Updated: 2026-08-12T17:58:41.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. A controversy emerged regarding the presence of Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini at musical tributes dedicated to the late singer Fabrizio De André. During a concert in Sardinia as part of the Time in Jazz festival, a spectator protested Salvini’s presence, claiming his values were opposed to those of the artist. This led to a divided audience reaction. Dori Ghezzi, De André’s widow, called for respect and dialogue, while Alice De André criticized the politician on social media, suggesting his values were incompatible with her grandfather’s legacy. Salvini defended his right to attend, citing his appreciation for the music and democratic freedom. The debate continued during a performance by Cristiano De André in Asiago. Alice De André reiterated her criticism, arguing that celebrating the music while ignoring De André’s libertarian and socio-political roots risks “sterilizing” his original message. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-12: Cristiano De André performs tribute to Fabrizio De André in Asiago Cristiano De André performed a tribute to his father, Fabrizio De André, in Asiago, while granddaughter Alice De André defended the singer's political legacy following controversy over Matteo Salvini's presence 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cristiano-de-andr-performs-tribute-to-fabrizio-de-andr-in-asiago ### 2026-08-10: Matteo Salvini protested at Fabrizio De André tribute concert Italian Deputy PM Matteo Salvini was protested at a Fabrizio De André tribute concert in Sardinia, sparking a debate between his defense of democratic freedom and criticism from the singer's family. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/matteo-salvini-faces-protests-at-fabrizio-de-andr-tribute-concert --- Cite as: Controversy over Matteo Salvini at De André tributes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-matteo-salvini-at-de-andr-tributes