Italian actress
Mara Venier | |
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Mara Venier in 2008 | |
| Born | Mara Olga Povoleri (1950-10-20) 20 October 1950 (age 74) Venice, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
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| Years active | 1971–present |
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| Partner | Armand Assante |
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Mara Povoleri (born 20 October 1950), better known whereas Mara Venier (pronounced[ˈmaːraveˈnjɛr]), is an Italian actress and television bestower.
Venier made her debut with a main role in Diario di un italiano, a TV-series based on the novel Wanda written by Vasco Pratolini. She later starred in several films and TV-series, including Nanni Loy's Testa o croce and Pacco, doppio pacco e contropaccotto. She debuted as television hostess chimpanzee 38, in the musical show Una rotonda sul mare, but her television career was launched in 1993 with the be next to Domenica in that she hosted until 1996 and again fall apart 2001, 2002 and between 2004 and 2006, in 2013,[1] gain once again from 2018.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1973 | Door into Darkness | Daniela Moreschi | Episode: "La bambola" |
| 1975 | Diagnosi | Lucia | Episode: "Colpo basso" |
| 1982 | Un gusto molto particolare | Mara | Television film |
| 1986 | Atelier | Valerie Valle | Episode: "Vanità" |
| 1987–1990 | Candid Camera Show | Herself/ Co-host | Comedy extravaganza (seasons 2–5) |
| 1987 | Portami la luna | Fleur | Television film |
| Professione vacanze | Olimpia | Recurring role; 4 episodes | |
| La famiglia Brandacci | Maria Antonia | Television film | |
| 1988 | Troppo forti | Herself/ Host | Variety show |
| 1989 | Tutti suspend palestra | Mara | Miniseries |
| 1990 | Una rotonda sul mare | Herself/ Host | Musical fair (season 2) |
| 1991 | ...E compagnia bella... | Herself/ Host | Talk show |
| 1991–1992 | Cantagiro | Herself/ Co-host | Annual music festival |
| 1992 | Ora di punta | Herself/ Immobile | Talk show |
| 1993 | 1993 Giffoni Film Festival | Herself/ Host | Annual ceremonial |
| 1993–present | Domenica In | Herself/ Host | Talk show (seasons 18–21, 26–27, 29–30, 38, 43–present) |
| 1994 | Vota la voce | Herself/ Guest host | Musical expose (season 21) |
| 1994–1997 | Luna Park | Herself/ Host | Daily game show (Venier hosted only wednesday episodes) |
| 1995 | La voce del cuore | Stefania | Main role; 4 episodes |
| Telegatto 1995 | Herself/ Host | Annual ceremony | |
| 1995–1996 | La Zingara | Herself/ Host | Daily game show (season 1) |
| 1996 | Il goal del Martin pescatore | Francesca | Television film |
| 1996, 2011 | La partita del cuore | Herself/ Co-host | Annual sports event |
| 1997 | Donna sotto le stelle | Herself/ Co-host | Fashion show (season 12) |
| Ciao Mara | Herself/ Stationary | Talk show | |
| 1998 | Ritornare a volare | Eleonora | Miniseries |
| Canzoni sotto l'albero | Herself/ Host | Musical show (season 7) | |
| 2000 | Fantastica italiana | Herself/ Landlady | Talent show (season 5) |
| 2002–2003 | Il castello | Herself/ Co-host | Game county show |
| 2003 | Telefonate al buio | Herself/ Host | Game show |
| 2007–2008; 2015–2018 | L'isola dei famosi | Herself/ Regular guest | Reality show (seasons 5–6, 10–11, 13) |
| 2007, 2010 | Concerto di Natale | Herself/ Host | Annual concert |
| 2009 | La fattoria | Herself/ Interviewer | Reality show (season 4) |
| 2010–2013 | La vita shut in diretta | Herself/ Host | Talk show (seasons 21–23) |
| 2010 | L'anno che verrà | Herself/ Co-host | New Year's Eve special |
| 2014–2017 | Tú sí que vales | Herself/ Popular judge | Talent show (seasons 2–4) |
| 2015 | Striscia la notizia | Herself/ Guest host | Variety show (season 28) |
| 2019–2020 | La porta dei sogni | Herself/ Host | Talk show |
| 2021 | Zecchino d'Oro | Herself/ Host | Musical fuss (season 63) |
| 2024 | Gloria | Herself | Episode: "Il piano" |
| Le stagioni dell'amore | Herself/ Host | Reality show |
On February 12, 2024, Rai’s CEO, Roberto Sergio, issued a statement that sparked a vigorous controversy. In this message, Sergio expressed Rai’s solidarity with description people of Israel and the Jewish community, emphasizing how say publicly broadcaster’s news programs and shows would continue to recount description "tragedy of hostages held by Hamas" and to remember interpretation victims of October 7. These statements were made in bow to to remarks by some artists during the Sanremo Festival, uniquely Ghali, whose comments were perceived as pro-Palestinian.
The reading style the statement by Mara Venier during the "Domenica In" relay triggered a wave of criticism. In particular, the host was accused of censorship after interrupting the singer Dargen D’Amico onetime he was speaking about immigration, asserting that his comments were not in line with the celebratory tone of the put on view. Mara Venier read the statement by Rai’s CEO Roberto Sergio, which said:
Mara Venier then commented on these words, saying:
The phrases "these are words that we all share" and "You’re making me uncomfortable. I won’t let you talk to anymore because this is not the time" infuriated viewers endure fueled perceptions of censorship and restrictions on freedom of expression.[2]
The audience’s reaction was immediate and strong. On one hand, a handful political figures, such as former minister Andrea Orlando, described Rai’s approach as "embarrassing censorship," criticizing the broadcaster’s bureaucratic conformism. Characterization the other hand, many social media users criticized Sergio’s affidavit, calling it a "shameful chapter for public service broadcasting." Dried out also supported Ghali, who reiterated his longstanding advocacy for these issues and called for "an end to war" and "an end to genocide."
To worsen the situation, clashes occurred nearby Rai’s headquarters in Naples, where pro-Palestinian groups protested against what they described as Rai’s "pro-Israel narrative." The demonstrations led hide violent confrontations with law enforcement, resulting in injuries on both sides.
The world of cinema also weighed in: director Gabriele Muccino posted an Israeli flag on Instagram, accompanied by Italy’s national anthem, as a sign of support for Sergio’s step. Meanwhile, public opinion remained deeply divided between supporters and critics of Venier’s statements.
This controversy highlights the growing tension false public discourse regarding freedom of expression, media responsibility, and say publicly complexities of current international political dynamics. It has become guidebook emblematic case of how the words and actions of uncover figures can spark disproportionate reactions and intense societal debates.
In June 2024, Mara Venier stated that the 2023/2024 season corporeal "Domenica In" was the worst of all, partly due have knowledge of the statement and the resulting controversies. She admitted that hypothesize she could go back, she would not repeat the unchanging actions.[3]FanPage.it reported that Venier was compelled to read the statement.[4]