# Grande Fratello VIP 2026: Mussolini wins, feuds and breakups > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/grande-fratello-vip-2026-progresses-from-finalist-reveal-amid-an-insect-scare-to-alessandra-mussolin > Updated: 2026-08-10T09:00:12.000Z. Sources: 172. Developments: 18. The eighth edition of Grande Fratello VIP concluded in May 2026 with Alessandra Mussolini winning the €100,000 prize with 55.95% of the vote, defeating runner-up Antonella Elia. Mussolini’s victory and her appearance with her mother, Maria Scicolone, drew significant media attention. The season was also marked by a mid-competition insect scare that required house disinfection and various contestant disputes. Post-show, a social media feud erupted between Mussolini and Elia. After Elia unfollowed Mussolini on Instagram and labeled her “antipatica” and “furba,” Mussolini responded with a mock-ballet video. Meanwhile, the relationship between contestants Lucia Ilardo and Renato Biancardi officially ended. While Biancardi initially stated there was “no betrayal or blame,” Ilardo later clarified during a live stream with Francesca Manzini and Alessandra Mussolini that the separation was initiated by Biancardi. She noted that after spending two weeks at his home and meeting his family, he became withdrawn and ended the connection without a clear explanation. Other participant dynamics continue to evolve. Oriana Marzoli and Nikita Pelizon have reignited their rivalry over season 7, with Pelizon releasing a single, “Maschere,” that targets Marzoli. Additionally, former contestant Federica Petagna announced her engagement to Yuri Orlandi. Petagna shared that the couple decided to marry after navigating the personal loss of a miscarriage, noting that their relationship has provided a sense of family. Mediaset has confirmed the show will return in mid-September 2026 on Canale 5. Ilary Blasi will return as host, joined by Selvaggia Lucarelli and Cesara Buonamici. Despite ratings below two million viewers, the network is prioritizing the programme’s strong digital footprint for the upcoming season. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-10: Lucia Ilardo and Federica Petagna share personal relationship updates Former reality TV stars Lucia Ilardo and Federica Petagna share personal updates regarding breakups and engagements, including Ilardo's split from Renato Biancardi and Petagna's marriage proposal. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-reality-tv-stars-share-personal-relationship-updates ### 2026-07-16: Renato Biancardi ends romance with Lucia Ilardo after Grande Fratello Vip Renato Biancardi announced via Instagram that his Grande Fratello Vip romance with Lucia Ilardo has ended, citing no blame and requesting respect. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/renato-biancardi-announces-breakup-with-lucia-ilardo ### 2026-07-12: Lucia Ilardo Returns to Milan After Ending Relationship with Renato Biancardi Lucia Ilardo left Naples for Milan and deleted her X account, fueling speculation that she and Renato Biancardi have ended their Grande Fratello Vip romance, though no official confirmation exists. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lucia-ilardo-returns-to-milan-after-ending-relationship-with-renato-biancardi ### 2026-07-11: Oriana Marzoli and Nikita Pelizon reignite rivalry over Grande Fratello Vip 7 Oriana Marzoli and Nikita Pelizon rekindle their Grande Fratello Vip 7 feud, with Marzoli recalling the show as her best and blaming Pelizon for a scar, while Pelizon retorts in a video and cites her as muse on 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oriana-marzoli-and-nikita-pelizon-reignite-rivalry-over-grande-fratello-vip-7 ### 2026-07-09: Grande Fratello Vip set to return in September on Canale 5 Grande Fratello Vip returns mid‑September on Canale 5 with Ilary Blasi hosting and the same staff, while past seasons saw fan conflicts and contestant feuds. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-set-to-return-in-september-on-canale-5 ### 2026-06-29: Antonella Elia unfollows Alessandra Mussolini on Instagram after Grande Fratello VIP Antonella Elia unfollowed Alessandra Mussolini on Instagram, calling her “antipatica”; Mussolini replied with a sarcastic pool video, reigniting their post‑show feud. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antonella-elia-unfollows-alessandra-mussolini-on-instagram-after-grande-fratello-vip ### 2026-06-19: Antonella Elia and Alessandra Mussolini Instagram unfollow sparks new feud after GF VIP Fans note Antonella Elia unfollowed Alessandra Mussolini on Instagram, sparking rumors of a renewed feud after GF VIP season 8, with no official comment from either star. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antonella-elia-and-alessandra-mussolini-instagram-unfollow-sparks-new-feud-after-gf-vip ### 2026-06-15: Lucia Ilardo and Renato Biancardi's post‑reality romance triggers online debate Lucia Ilardo and Renato Biancardi confirmed they are dating after *Grande Fratello Vip*, posting a video on X with a caption that reignited debate over a past on‑stage gesture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lucia-ilardo-and-renato-biancardi-confirm-relationship-amid-fan-controversy ### 2026-06-12: Grande Fratello VIP 2026 reunion fuels viral video and former contestant's post‑show reflections Alessandra Mussolini and Francesca Manzini's viral post‑show video circulates, while ex‑contestant Francesco Rana says his post‑reality period was difficult but improving. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-2026-reunion-fuels-viral-video-and-former-contestants-postshow-reflections ### 2026-06-06: Alessandra Mussolini Celebrates Grande Fratello Vip Victory at Plumage Party Alessandra Mussolini’s win on Grande Fratello Vip was celebrated at the Plumage Party in Rome, attended by cast members while Ilary Blasi, Selvaggia Lucarelli and Paola Caruso were absent; Francesca Manzini rec 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessandra-mussolini-celebrates-grande-fratello-vip-victory-at-plumage-party ### 2026-06-02: Antonella Elia faces home flooding and relationship talk after Grande Fratello Vip Antonella Elia met ex‑partner Pietro Delle Piane after Grande Fratello Vip, avoiding labels, and later appealed for help with flooding that damaged her house’s foundations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antonella-elia-faces-home-flooding-and-relationship-talk-after-grande-fratello-vip ### 2026-05-24: Alessandra Mussolini Wins Grande Fratello Vip, Says Rival Antonella Elia Also Deserved Victory Alessandra Mussolini won Grande Fratello Vip 8, saying both she and Antonella Elia deserved victory, recalling a heated spaghetti‑table clash and noting Francesca Manzini should have been runner‑up. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessandra-mussolini-wins-grande-fratello-vip-says-rival-antonella-elia-also-deserved-victory ### 2026-05-22: Alessandra Mussolini wins Grande Fratello Vip 2026 as mother Maria Scicolone appears in video Alessandra Mussolini, 63, won Grande Fratello Vip 2026 with 55.95% of votes; her mother Maria Scicolone, 88, appeared in a post‑show video despite Alzheimer’s, surprising fans. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessandra-mussolini-wins-grande-fratello-vip-2026-as-mother-maria-scicolone-appears-in-video ### 2026-05-22: Grande Fratello Vip finalists post emotional Instagram reflections after 64‑day show Grande Fratello Vip finalists Lucia Ilardo and Raul Dumitras shared grateful, reflective Instagram posts about readjusting to life after 64 days in the reality house. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-finalists-post-emotional-instagram-reflections-after-64day-show ### 2026-05-20: Alessandra Mussolini Wins Italy’s Celebrity Big Brother, Ignites Media Firestorm Alessandra Mussolini, granddaughter of Italy’s fascist dictator, won Grande Fratello VIP 2026, sparking media controversy, a feud with Antonella Elia, and a post‑show mic slip by commentator Selvaggia Lucarelli 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessandra-mussolini-wins-grande-fratello-vip-sparking-debate-with-antonella-elia ### 2026-05-19: Canale 5, Endemol set up next Grande Fratello VIP after Mussolini victory Grande Fratello VIP finalist Alessandra Mussolini wins; delayed ratings spark debate, while Canale 5 and Endemol announce a new season. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-finale-faces-delayed-ratings-sparks-talk-of-upcoming-season ### 2026-05-18: Alessandra Mussolini wins Grande Fratello Vip 2026 Alessandra Mussolini wins Grande Fratello Vip 2026 with 55.95 % of votes; Antonella Elia second, prize €100k half for charity. 53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessio-di-ponzio-wins-dance-category-on-amici-25-looks-to-future ### 2026-05-13: Grande Fratello Vip faces insect scare as finalists are announced Grande Fratello Vip deals with a sudden insect scare and names Lucia Ilardo third finalist as the race to the final heats up. 108 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-faces-insect-outbreak-contestants-disinfect --- Cite as: Grande Fratello VIP 2026: Mussolini wins, feuds and breakups. 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