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Peppe Vessicchio Remembered at Private Rome Funeral

Reports cite a rapidly worsening interstitial pneumonia as the cause.

Overview

  • The 69-year-old conductor, a beloved fixture of the Sanremo Festival, died after a brief hospitalization, according to coverage.
  • His daughter Alessia said he reassured her the night before he died, telling her, "Stai serena, torno a casa."
  • The family held a discreet service at the Church of Santi Angeli Custodi in Montesacro and thanked supporters for their affection.
  • Tributes included a wreath from Maria De Filippi, with attendees from Amici and the music community such as Lorella Cuccarini, Rudy Zerbi, Fiorella Mannoia, and the Peparini siblings.
  • Conductor Enrico Melozzi recalled their 2023 Sanremo collaboration and praised Vessicchio's kindness, elegance, and support for young musicians.