Ascanio Pacelli Confirms Enduring Affection for Katia Ricciarelli: “I Still Want Her”
rome,Italy – Ascanio Pacelli,former contestant on Grande Fratello (Big Brother Italy),publicly reaffirmed his continued romantic feelings for fellow ex-housemate Katia Ricciarelli. Speaking ahead of his return to the reality show as a commentator, Pacelli described ricciarelli as a “fantastic mother” adn stated, “years later I wish, of body and head, and then is a fantastic mother.”
The declaration comes years after the pair’s highly-publicized relationship blossomed within the confines of the big Brother house in 2023.Pacelli emphasized the unique circumstances that fostered their connection, noting that the show forced them to confront each other’s “defects” instantly, avoiding the curated presentations typical of early dating. “We don’t support ourselves and endure ourselves,” he said, highlighting the rarity of their sustained bond in a reality TV landscape often marked by fleeting romances.
Pacelli and Ricciarelli’s relationship captivated audiences, offering a contrasting narrative to the frequently enough-transient connections formed on reality television. He is returning to the Grande Fratello set this season alongside GF winner Cristina Plevani and Floriana Seconds as a commentator, a role he sees as a return to where “everything started.” He also offered outlook on the show’s evolution, stating, “GF it is not a springboard, it is a path that ends then,” contrasting the current climate with the 2004 edition.