Raffaella Carrà has died: she was 78 years old

Sergio Iapino’s announcement: “Raffaella is gone. She has gone to a better world”.

Raffaella Carrà has died: she was 78 years old

Mourning in the world of show business: Raffaella Carrà has passed away at the age of 78. Choreographer and former partner Sergio Japino gives the sad announcement: “Raffaella is gone. She went to a better world, where her humanity, her unmistakable laughter and her extraordinary talent will shine forever”.

The showgirl and presenter, a historical icon of Italian music and much loved abroad, passed away at 4.20 p.m. on Monday, July 5 after a long illness, less than a month after her 78th birthday. On that occasion he thanked “the affection received from friends, colleagues but above all from the public. You have showered me with good wishes, your affection moves me. I embrace you and wish you a normal life”.