Mattia Feltri Biography: Age, Children, Parents, Net Worth, Wife, Family, Height, Siblings

Biography

Mattia Feltri, born on June 23, 1969, in Bergamo, Italy, is a prominent Italian journalist and the current director of HuffPost Italia. He is the son of the well-known journalist and politician Vittorio Feltri.

Following his father’s path, Mattia began his journalism career early and has contributed to major Italian publications such as Il Giornale di Bergamo, Il Foglio, and La Stampa.

In 2020, he assumed the role of director at HuffPost Italia. Mattia Feltri is widely respected for his sharp analysis of political and social issues and has authored several books, including Il prigioniero and Novantatré.

Mattia Feltri
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Mattia Feltri
Born:	23 June 1969 (age 55 years old)
Place of Birth:	Bergamo, Italy
Nationality:	Italian
Education:	N/A
Height:	N/A
Parents:	Vittorio Feltri, Enoe Bonfanti
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Annalena Benini
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	2
Occupation:	Journalist • Author
Net Worth:	$1.68 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Mattia Feltri was born on June 23, 1969, in the charming city of Bergamo, Italy. His ethnicity is Italian, and his religious background is not publicly disclosed. Mattia is the son of Vittorio Feltri, a prominent Italian journalist, and his mother, Enoe Bonfanti. It is not known if Mattia has any siblings. His grandparents are Adele Feltri and Angelo Feltri.

As for his education, Mattia began his career in journalism at the tender age of 19, joining the Giornale di Bergamo editorial team on the advice of his father, who was the director at the time. In 1992, he was officially hired by the newspaper. Later, Mattia moved to the editorial staff of il Foglio under the direction of Giuliano Ferrara.

In 2002, Mattia Feltri published a book titled “Il prigioniero” with Rizzoli, dedicated to the story of Adriano Sofri. In 2004, he joined Libero, a newspaper founded by his father in 2000. Since April 23, 2020, Mattia has been the director of HuffPost Italia.

Career

At just nineteen, Mattia Feltri began his journalism career by joining the Giornale di Bergamo editorial team, a role suggested by his father, the newspaper’s director. Some might call it nepotism, but why not seize the opportunity when your dad’s the boss?

By 1992, Mattia had officially joined the Giornale di Bergamo staff. After a brief stint at Libero, a newspaper founded by his father in 2000, he moved on to work under Giuliano Ferrara at Il Foglio.

In 2002, Mattia ventured into the literary world, publishing “Il prigioniero” with Rizzoli. This book is centered on the story of Adriano Sofri because who doesn’t love a compelling prison tale? But Mattia‘s ambitions didn’t stop there. In 2005, he joined La Stampa, eventually ascending to the director role at HuffPost Italia in 2020.

Throughout his career, Mattia Feltri became known for his sharp wit and incisive commentary on politics, often delivering biting remarks that could make even the most seasoned politicians blush. In 2010, he started writing the column “Paesi e buoi,” where he dissected daily political events with a generous dose of sarcasm.

In 2016, he published “Novantatré” with Marsilio Editori, exploring the “Mani pulite” or “Clean Hands” political scandal, proving his knack for delving into controversial topics.

In 2017, Mattia took over the “Buongiorno” column in La Stampa, succeeding Massimo Gramellini and stepping into some rather large shoes—yet another testament to his influential presence in Italian journalism.

Social Media

• Facebook: Mattia Feltri
• Twitter: mattia feltri (@mattiafeltri)
• LinkedIn: Mattia Feltri

Personal Life

Mattia Feltri is married to Annalena Benini, a renowned journalist and writer known for her work in the Italian media industry. The couple has been together for many years, sharing a strong bond and mutual respect for each other’s professional endeavors.

Annalena Benini is a prominent figure in the Italian journalism scene, having worked for esteemed publications such as II Foglio and HuffPost Italia. Her contributions to the field have earned her recognition and admiration from colleagues and readers alike.

As for Mattia Feltri‘s height, it is not publicly disclosed. However, his stature as a respected journalist and director of HuffPost Italia is undeniable.

Mattia Feltri and Annalena Benini have two children whose names and personal details are kept private.

Net Worth

Mattia Feltri, the esteemed Italian journalist, boasts a net worth of $1.68 million. His income primarily stems from his illustrious career in journalism, which includes notable roles such as his current position as the director of HuffPost Italia.