Overview

• Social media snapshots reveal bandages on his neck, back and chest as he continues laser removal of several tattoos.
• The Rai1 host has denied any official requests or reprimands from the network and says the choice was entirely his own.
• Among the designs being erased are an anchor, hands gripping a rudder, two swords and the name of his son, Santiago.
• Some outlets have speculated the move supports a cleaner on-air image ahead of possible future assignments such as hosting Sanremo.
• De Martino first voiced regret over his tattoos in 2022 and has since risen to prominence with record ratings on Affari tuoi for Rai1.