Selvaggia Lucarelli and Barbara D’Urso‘s Decades-Long Feud Reignites with New Accusations
Milan, Italy - December 1, 2025 – A long-simmering and intensely personal feud between Italian television personalities Selvaggia Lucarelli and Barbara D’Urso has flared up again, fueled by recent accusations and resurfaced details of a shared past, including a former romantic relationship. The renewed conflict centers on allegations of professional sabotage and personal betrayals stretching back years,bringing to light a complex history marked by rivalry and resentment.
The dispute, publicly visible for over a decade, gained fresh momentum as Lucarelli responded to D’Urso’s recent media appearances, alleging a pattern of behavior designed to undermine her career. This latest exchange builds upon a foundation of animosity stemming from professional competition and, notably, both women’s past involvement with television producer and personality Vicky Gitto. The core of the conflict lies in perceptions of unfair treatment, stolen opportunities, and deeply felt personal slights, impacting both their public images and professional trajectories within the Italian entertainment industry.
The origins of the rift trace back to the early 2000s, when both Lucarelli and D’Urso were rising stars in Italian television. Lucarelli, known for her sharp commentary and investigative journalism, began her career as a music critic before transitioning to television. D’Urso, a veteran presenter, established herself as a mainstay of popular entertainment programming. A importent point of contention emerged with their simultaneous relationship with Vicky Gitto, a connection that reportedly fueled initial tensions and accusations of interference.
Over the years, the rivalry manifested in public disagreements and veiled criticisms. Lucarelli has repeatedly accused D’Urso of leveraging her influence to disadvantage competitors, while D’Urso has often dismissed Lucarelli’s claims as unfounded jealousy. In 2024, the conflict escalated when Lucarelli publicly criticized D’Urso’s programming choices, sparking a heated exchange on social media.
The latest round of accusations, made in late November 2025, specifically allege that D’Urso used her position to block Lucarelli from securing certain television opportunities. Lucarelli has not provided specific details of these alleged instances, but her statements have prompted a flurry of media coverage and renewed public interest in the decades-long feud. As of December 1, 2025, D’Urso has not directly responded to the latest allegations, but her representatives have indicated she intends to address the claims through legal channels.The situation remains fluid, with the potential for further escalation and legal action.
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