
Alessandro Matri
Italian footballer
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Former striker Alessandro Matri says fear of illness after Milan flop led him to therapy
The former Juventus and Milan striker described the hypochondria and depression that followed his Milan spell on Rai 1's Ballando con le stelle. He said he feared he had ALS or multiple sclerosis before going into therapy.
- Sep 12
Ornella Muti joins Ballando con le Stelle as thirteenth contestant for season 21
Italian actress Ornella Muti will compete in the 21st season of Ballando con le Stelle after resolving scheduling conflicts, with the show starting 3 October 2026 on Rai 1.

- Aug 10
Ballando con le Stelle 2026: Matri and Aurora Ramazzotti confirmed as first contestants
Former footballer Alessandro Matri and presenter Aurora Ramazzotti are the first two confirmed contestants for the 21st edition of Milly Carlucci's dance show on Rai 1, returning in October.