Sergio Japino specifies that the villa in Argentario designed by Giò Pomodoro was never by Raffaella Carrà, denying recent news
The recent debate on the ownership and sale of the Raffaella Carrà’s villa in Argentario aroused great interest. The denial of Sergio Japino and the statements of the mayor Roberto Cerulli have clarified the misunderstanding, revealing a story of love and deep bonds that goes beyond the mere real estate issue.
Villa of Raffaella Carrà? The origin of the misunderstanding
In recent days, the news of the sale of the villa belonging to Raffaella Carrà was spread. Sergio Japino, director and choreographer, as well as the showgirl’s companion for many years, wanted to clarify the issue. Japino clarified that the villa designed by Giò Pomodoro never belonged to Raffaella Carrà. This statement surprised many fans and media, who had always associated the villa with Raffaella Carrà.
The misunderstanding arose from the close proximity between two villas located in Argentario. The mayor of Monte Argentario, Roberto Cerulli explained to the ‘Corriere Fiorentino’ that the two properties are only one kilometer away from each other. The villa cited by the media, characterized by the design of Giò Pomodoro, actually belongs to Japino. Instead, Raffaella Carrà owned another villa in the same area, overlooking Cala Piccolacontributing to confusion about ownership.
This confusion is understandable given that Carrà and Japino frequented both residences frequently during their years together. Raffaella Carrà and Sergio Japino lived an intense relationship for 17 years. Even after the end of their story, the two maintained a very close bond, both on a personal and professional level. Their artistic collaboration has been a mainstay of both their careers, with Japino directing many of Carrà’s successful programs.
Japino and Carrà met for the first time in 1981 on the set of the program “Millemilioni”. It was a real one love at first sight which led them to become a couple, both in private life and at work. Japino remained close to Carrà until the end, demonstrating a bond that went beyond a simple professional relationship.
Carrà’s affection for Argentario
Tuscany, with its green expanses that blend with the blue sea, has always fascinated Raffaella Carrà. In particular, Monte Argentario, a small rocky promontory in the Tyrrhenian Sea, had captured his heart. This place, with its sandy coves and lush, uncontaminated nature, represented an oasis of beauty and tranquility for Carrà.
The villa in Cala Piccola, near Porto Santo Stefano, was his summer refuge. The bond with Argentario was not only sentimental, but also a source of inspiration for his work. It was during one of their visits to the villa in Cala Piccola that Carrà, Japino and their collaborator Brando Giordani found inspiration for the title of the famous broadcast ‘Carramba what a surprise.
The villas of Japino and Carrà witnessed years full of significant moments for the couple. The proximity of these two residences consolidated the bond between the two and their love for Argentario. The breathtaking panorama of the area inspired Carrà’s creativity, making this place even more special for her. Thanks to this closeness, Carrà was able to maintain a deep bond both with Japino and with a place she was particularly fond of.
The clarification on the ownership of the villas in Argentario not only resolves a small media mystery, but highlights a history of lasting affections and a deep bond with the territory, as demonstrated by the multiple demonstrations of affection towards Carrà, including tributes such as the one on Versilia beach.
