# Grande Fratello VIP 2026 and Ilary Blasi wedding > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/grande-fratello-vip-2026-season > Updated: 2026-09-12T08:34:20.000Z. Sources: 63. Developments: 19. Mediaset has confirmed the ninth edition of Grande Fratello VIP will launch on Canale 5 on Thursday, September 17. Ilary Blasi is set to host the reality show, returning to the screen shortly after her wedding to German entrepreneur Bastian Müller. On Sunday, September 13, 2026, Blasi and Müller were married in Ravello on the Amalfi Coast. The wedding was characterized by high levels of privacy and security, with an estimated guest list of approximately 50 to 80 close friends and family members. The proceedings included a civil rite at the local town hall followed by a symbolic ceremony at the exclusive Villa Cimbrone. The reception utilized the gardens and the Tea Room of Villa Cimbrone, featuring a menu by a Michelin-starred chef and a wedding cake prepared by renowned pastry chef Sal De Riso. Notable guests in attendance included Silvia Toffanin and Michelle Hunziker. This marriage follows the finalization of Blasi’s divorce from Francesco Totti in July 2026. The hosting lineup for Grande Fratello VIP includes commentators Cesara Buonamici and Selvaggia Lucarelli. The cast of contestants includes Guendalina Tavassi, Jonathan Kashanian, Alessandro Roncaccia, Federica Morello, Carmen Di Pietro, Alex Belli, Valeria Marini, Piera Meloni, Andreas Muller, Marina La Rosa, Megan Ria, and Alessandro Varsi. Notably, Marina La Rosa has announced her return to the program after 26 years. ## Claims - Mediaset has not officially confirmed any of the rumored participants. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Ilary Blasi will host the upcoming Grande Fratello VIP season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Rocco Casalino is rumored to be a possible contestant on Grande Fratello VIP. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alejandro Martinez, a Colombian entrepreneur, may enter Grande Fratello VIP together with Rocco Casalino as a couple. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alejandro Martinez, a Colombian entrepreneur, is rumored to join as Casalino's partner. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alex Belli is a confirmed contestant for the new edition of Grande Fratello Vip. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Guendalina Tavassi is the second official contestant announced. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Jonathan Kashanian is the third official contestant announced. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alessandro Roncaccia is the fourth official contestant announced. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Federica Morello is the fifth contestant announced. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Carmen Di Pietro will participate in Grande Fratello Vip. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Pier Silvio Berlusconi announced the 2026/27 edition of Grande Fratello VIP. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Marina La Rosa returns to Grande Fratello Vip after 26 years Marina La Rosa is returning to the reality show ‘Grande Fratello Vip’ after 26 years, describing the move as a new personal and professional experiment. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marina-la-rosa-returns-to-grande-fratello-vip-after-26-years ### 2026-09-12: Ilary Blasi and Bastian Müller marry in Ravello Ilary Blasi and Bastian Müller married in an intimate, highly private ceremony at Villa Cimbrone in Ravello on September 13, 2026, attended by a small circle of family and VIP guests. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/villa-of-ilary-blasis-parents-listed-for-sale-in-rome ### 2026-09-11: Grande Fratello Vip 9 cast announced for September premiere The reality show Grande Fratello Vip returns on September 17, 2026, hosted by Ilary Blasi, featuring a 17-person cast including Andreas Muller and returning veterans like Alex Belli. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-9-cast-announced-for-september-premiere ### 2026-09-06: Grande Fratello Vip cast reveals several new and returning contestants Several contestants have been announced for the new season of Grande Fratello Vip, including returning faces like Guendalina Tavassi and Jonathan Kashanian, alongside new participants. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-cast-reveals-several-new-and-returning-contestants ### 2026-09-06: Ilary Blasi and Bastian Muller to marry in Ravello Ilary Blasi and Bastian Muller will marry on September 13 at Villa Cimbrone in Ravello. The private ceremony will host approximately 50 guests under strict confidentiality. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ilary-blasi-and-bastian-muller-to-marry-in-ravello ### 2026-09-05: Federica Morello joins Grande Fratello Vip 2026 cast Federica Morello, a model and influencer known from Ciao Darwin, will join the Grande Fratello Vip 2026 cast starting September 17. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/federica-morello-joins-grande-fratello-vip-2026-cast ### 2026-09-04: Guendalina Tavassi announces return to Grande Fratello Vip Guendalina Tavassi has announced her return to the reality show ‘Grande Fratello Vip’ for the upcoming season starting September 17, 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guendalina-tavassi-announces-return-to-grande-fratello-vip ### 2026-09-03: Alessandro Varsi joins Grande Fratello Vip 2026 cast Alessandro Varsi has been announced as the 18th contestant for the 2026 season of Grande Fratello Vip, joining a cast that includes Valeria Marini and Alex Belli. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessandro-varsi-joins-grande-fratello-vip-2026-cast ### 2026-08-31: Ilary Blasi to host Grande Fratello Vip 2026 Ilary Blasi will host Grande Fratello Vip 2026 on Canale 5, joined by commentators Cesara Buonamici and Selvaggia Lucarelli. The cast features 17 contestants, including Valeria Marini and Alex Belli. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ilary-blasi-to-host-grande-fratello-vip-2026 ### 2026-08-27: Ilary Blasi and Bastian Müller to marry in Ravello on September 13 Ilary Blasi and Bastian Müller are scheduled to marry on September 13 at Villa Cimbrone in Ravello, planning a highly private ceremony on the Amalfi Coast. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-set-for-september-debut-with-new-house-format ### 2026-08-25: Grande Fratello Vip returns September 2026 with Ilary Blasi Grande Fratello Vip returns September 17, 2026, with Ilary Blasi hosting. Rumors suggest Marina La Rosa may return as a contestant, amid ongoing cast speculation and public disputes between former stars. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-set-to-return-in-september-2026 ### 2026-08-20: Martina De Ioannon rejects Grande Fratello Vip offer Martina De Ioannon has reportedly rejected an invitation to join ‘Grande Fratello Vip’, citing a desire to focus on her personal life and protect her relationship with Gianmarco Steri. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/martina-de-ioannon-rejects-grande-fratello-vip-offer ### 2026-08-17: Alex Belli potentially returning for Grande Fratello Vip 9 The ninth edition of Grande Fratello Vip is set to premiere in September, with Ilary Blasi hosting and rumors suggesting returns from Alex Belli, Valeria Marini, and Giulia Provvedi. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alex-belli-potentially-returning-for-grande-fratello-vip-9 ### 2026-08-13: Valeria Marini to return to Grande Fratello Vip Valeria Marini has announced she will return to ‘Grande Fratello Vip’ as an official contestant this September, marking her fourth time participating in the reality show. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valeria-marini-to-return-to-grande-fratello-vip ### 2026-08-08: Valeria Marini potentially returning to Grande Fratello Vip Showgirl Valeria Marini is reportedly in talks to return to Grande Fratello Vip for the 2026-2027 season, potentially aiming for a victory in her fifth appearance. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valeria-marini-reportedly-returning-to-grande-fratello-vip ### 2026-08-05: Grande Fratello Vip casting rumors spotlight Gabriel Garko and Armando Incarnato Grande Fratello Vip plans a September 2026 launch with Ilary Blasi hosting; rumors list Gabriel Garko, Aldo Baglio, Armando Incarnato and other TV personalities as potential contestants, though no official cast 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-casting-rumors-spotlight-gabriel-garko-and-armando-incarnato ### 2026-08-01: Grande Fratello Vip season 9 confirmed for September 2026 Mediaset confirmed Grande Fratello Vip season 9 for September 2026, with casting focused on known Italian TV personalities. Rumors include Valeria Marini’s return; earlier talks about Brazilian star Gretchen or 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-season-9-confirmed-for-september-2026 ### 2026-07-26: Rocco Casalino and partner Alejandro Martinez rumored to join Grande Fratello VIP Rumors say Rocco Casalino and partner Alejandro Martinez could join the September 2026 Grande Fratello VIP, with other possible contestants like Lorenzo Riccardi and Giovanni Grazioso, but Mediaset has issuedno 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-202627-cast-rumors-spotlight-rocco-casalino-and-possible-duo-entry ### 2026-07-07: Grande Fratello Vip to return on Canale 5 in September 2026 Grande Fratello Vip will revive on Canale 5 in September 2026 with Ilary Blasi hosting, while former contestants Tommaso Zorzi and Alex Di Giorgio were spotted together in Rome, hinting at a possible reunion. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grande-fratello-vip-to-return-on-canale-5-in-september-2026 --- Cite as: Grande Fratello VIP 2026 and Ilary Blasi wedding. 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