Overview

• Claudio Amendola, who is directing season seven in Rome, said Ricci, Max Tortora and Alessandra Mastronardi left when they found their characters ‘saturated’ and allegedly told producers the show ‘made them sick’, while saying they remain welcome back.
• Elena Sofia Ricci said she never called the series disgusting, explained her role simply ran its course after season four and noted she returned for season five to honor a promise to late producer Carlo Bixio.
• Ricci clarified her Instagram post on respect was not a response to Amendola and reiterated her fondness for the show and its impact on her career.
• Micol Olivieri stated she was never contacted for the new season and said she is satisfied with her current career as an influencer without passing judgment on her former role.
• Max Tortora acknowledged he considered reprising his character Ezio when the time feels right but confirmed he is not appearing in the current season.