# Death of archaeologist Antonio De Simone

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-archaeologist-antonio-de-simone
> Updated: 2026-11-02T09:44:41.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Renowned Italian archaeologist and professor Antonio De Simone has passed away at the age of 78. A professor at the Suor Orsola Benincasa University of Naples, De Simone was a leading figure in the study of the Vesuvian and Campanian territories, including Pompeii and Herculaneum.

His career included significant excavations, such as the Villa Augustea in Somma Vesuviana, and he served on the technical-scientific committee of the Ministry of Culture. He was also recognized for his work in public outreach and archaeological popularization, frequently collaborating with broadcaster Alberto Angela to discuss historical heritage.

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### 2026-11-02: Archaeologist Antonio De Simone passes away

Renowned archaeologist and professor Antonio De Simone has died, leaving a significant legacy in the study of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvian heritage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/archaeologist-antonio-de-simone-passes-away

### 2026-10-29: Archaeologist Antonio De Simone dies at 78

Renowned Italian archaeologist Antonio De Simone, a specialist in the Vesuvian region and mentor to Alberto Angela, has died at age 78.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/archaeologist-antonio-de-simone-dies-at-78

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