Nino Battaglia, the historical face of the Piedmont Tgr, died

Journalist Antonino ‘Nino’ ​​Battaglia died at the age of 71. He had worked for a long time at Rai, in the regional headquarters of Turin, for the Tgr of Rai3 he had followed politics in particular, always appreciated for the sober and elegant style. Professional since 1978, he had been retired for some years. He died last night in the Molinette hospital in Turin. He leaves his partner and a young son.

“For many Piedmontese like me, the face of Nino Battaglia has been for years a point of reference, a familiar face. I am very sad to learn of his death. many colleagues who, like him, bring information into the homes of all of us every day “, declared the president of the Piedmont Region Alberto Cirio.

“He had become a friend, a point of reference in the city, certainly for those involved in politics. He was appreciated by everyone for his irony, for his contagious passion for cinema and for that always sober and gentle style. condolences on the part of the whole Turin community who had been fond of him for several years and recognized his human and professional value “, said the mayor of Turin, Stefano Lo Russo.