Italian speed skating champion Francesca Lollobrigida is expecting her second child, a baby boy named Riccardo, with her husband Matteo Angeletti. At seven months pregnant, the athlete revealed the gender live on television during an appearance on the talk show Verissimo, hosted by Silvia Toffanin, alongside her husband and their firstborn son, Tommaso.
Live Television Gender Reveal Reveals Baby Boy
During the broadcast on Saturday, September 26, 2026, Lollobrigida shared her excitement about expanding her family shortly after competing in the Olympic Games. «La sto vivendo benissimo. Il mio desiderio era quello di allargare la famiglia», she stated, adding that while she initially hoped for a girl, she was thrilled by the news. The exact sex of the baby had been kept strictly confidential, known only to Lollobrigida’s sister until the on-air reveal. Following an emotional choreography segment, studio screens displayed the word “Un fratellino” in blue, prompting a tearful embrace between the champion and Toffanin.
Family Plans and Future Additions
The couple confirmed that their second child will be named Riccardo. The pregnancy follows the birth of their first son, Tommaso. Lollobrigida noted that the new addition arrived sooner than expected following her Olympic commitments. The family’s public announcement marks a new chapter for the champion athlete as she balances her prominent sports career with a growing household.
Did you know? Francesca Lollobrigida is one of Italy’s most decorated speed skaters, with a decorated international career spanning multiple Olympic cycles and World Championships.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the gender reveal announced?
The gender reveal was broadcast live on Saturday, September 26, 2026, during an episode of Verissimo.
What is the name of Francesca Lollobrigida’s second child?
She and her husband Matteo Angeletti announced that their second son will be named Riccardo.
Who knew the baby’s gender before the broadcast?
Only Lollobrigida’s sister knew the secret beforehand, keeping it hidden until the on-air reveal.
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