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Michele Morrone Opens Up About Addiction, Betrayal, and Career Aspirations

In a candid Rai 2 interview, the actor shares struggles with depression, secret drugging, and his pursuit of Hollywood success over Italian recognition.

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Overview

  • Michele Morrone revealed his battle with severe depression and alcohol abuse following his 2018 divorce, at one point risking an alcohol-induced coma.
  • The actor disclosed being unknowingly drugged for over a year by a woman who administered flower-based concoctions without his consent.
  • He admitted to kissing men out of curiosity, including in the third '365 Days' film, but clarified these were not sentimental experiences.
  • Morrone criticized the Italian film industry, expressing indifference toward the David di Donatello awards and emphasizing his Hollywood ambitions.
  • His breakout role in Netflix's '365 Days' franchise catapulted him to international fame, solidifying his career beyond Italy.