Arianna Meloni is a political activist and head of the Political Secretariat of the Italian Brotherhood.
She is recognized primarily for her relationship with her sister Giorgia Meloni, who became Italy’s first female prime minister in 2022.
Although Arianna keeps a lower profile than her sister, she remains a well-known figure in Italian politics, particularly within the far-right Fraternity of Italy party.
She played a vital role in managing party affairs and her political involvement extended beyond just the Prime Minister’s sister.
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- Full name: Arianna Mellon
- Date of birth: May 26, 1975
- Age: 49 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Rome, Italy
- Nationality: Italian
- Occupation: Political activist, head of the Political Secretariat of the Italian Brotherhood
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Francesco Meloni (father), Ana Parlatore (mother)
- Siblings: Georgia Meloni
- Spouse: Francesco Lollobrigida (divorced 2024)
- Children: Victoria Lollobrigida, Rachel Lollobrigida
- Relationship status: Divorced
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: Italian
- Net worth: $3 million
early life and education
Arianna Meloni was born on May 26, 1975 in Rome, Italy; as of 2024, she is 49 years old. She grew up in a politically aware family, with a Sardinian father and a Sicilian mother.
When Arianna was just one year old, her tax expert father moved the family to the Canary Islands. However, their family life was disrupted in 1995 when her father was jailed in Spain for drug trafficking.
Arianna’s upbringing was deeply influenced by her family’s political leanings and her older sister Georgia’s involvement in far-right politics.
Despite growing up in a politically charged family, Arianna never sought formal political office, instead remaining active in the Fraternal Order of Italy.
Information about her formal education remains scant, but her long political activity suggests a deep understanding of Italian political dynamics.
She lived most of her life in Rome and her religious and cultural roots were closely tied to Catholicism, an important aspect of her family’s identity.
personal life
Arianna Meloni is married to Francesco Lollobrigida, a well-known Italian politician and Minister of Agriculture.
The couple met through political activities within the Brotherhood of Italy party and had a long-term relationship for more than two decades.
They have two daughters, Victoria and Rachel Lollobrigida. However, by 2024, Arianna confirmed that the couple had separated, ending their marriage.
Despite the separation, Arianna has a close political relationship with Lollobrigida, often referring to him as someone she still supports publicly and privately.
Profession
Arianna Meloni has been an influential figure within the Italian Brothers party, although she has never run for office. Instead, she focused on party operations and electoral strategy.
In 2023, she was appointed head of the Political Secretariat, responsible for managing party members, electoral lists and other important administrative tasks.
Her influence extends beyond administrative duties, as she is considered a close advisor to her sister Georgia. Ariana’s contributions are particularly important as she plays a central role behind the scenes in Georgia’s successful 2022 campaign.
net worth
Arianna Meloni’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
Her finances are considered secure due to her influence in one of Italy’s main political parties and her long-term marriage to a prominent government minister.
She has benefited greatly from her political role and connections, but the exact numbers remain unclear.
dispute
Arianna Meloni has been embroiled in several controversies, the most significant involving accusations of influence peddling.
In 2023, there were accusations that she had manipulated appointments to senior public posts, including positions at state-controlled organizations such as state broadcasting service Rai and Trenitalia.
The accusations were leveled by critics in left-wing media and political groups, including members of Matteo Renzi’s Viva Italia party.
However, Arianna denied the claims, saying they were part of a smear campaign against her and her sister Georgia.
She refuted the accusations on social media, claiming she had never been involved in government meetings regarding public appointments.
The accusations have sparked major public debate in Italy, with some supporters of the Meloni family arguing they are baseless. In contrast, others believe the claims reflect the nepotism prevalent in Italian politics.
Although the justice department dismissed the charges as baseless, the controversy lingers in Italian political discourse, recalling past scandals involving Italy’s political elite.
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