Quick Info

ProfessionProducer
NationalityItalian
Date of Birth07/11/1963
Age62 years
BirthplaceLecce, Italy

Latest News about Nicola Paparusso

08/01/2026

Coverage in early 2026 highlighted Nicola Paparusso’s ongoing work through African Fashion Gate and his focus on inclusion in fashion. The report presented him as an active advocate linking fashion, activism, and representation in broader conversations about diversity and cultural change.

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Bio/Wiki

Birth NameNicola Paparusso
Real NameNicola Paparusso
NicknameNik

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityUniversity of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
Educational QualificationMBA

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date23/06/2018

Family

SpouseMarietou Dione Paparusso
Children
  • Son: Axel Paparusso
  • Daughter: Giulia Paparusso

Career

Awards and Honors
  • Medal of Representation awarded by the President of the Italian Republic Giorgio Napolitano
  • Literary Prize Approdi d’Autore (2008)
  • Knight of Merit of the Italian Republic
  • Representative of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta
Career Highlights
  • Served as Legislative Adviser to the Chairman of the Senate Defense Committee during the 15th Legislature.
  • Represented Italy in the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.
  • Known for his role as a talent manager, especially for influencer Khaby Lame, Sergey Kosenko (alias Mister Thank You), and actor Seydou Sarr.
  • Founder of African Fashion Gate and the Fashion Wears Peace Prize.
  • Organizes the Fashion Wears Peace Prize to honor individuals committed to inclusion and the fight against discrimination.
  • Co-wrote and produced the Gran Galà del Made in Italy, a television event aired internationally via Rai Italia.
  • Produced films including La Dieta Mediterranea and Racism is Not in Style.
  • Founded African Fashion Gate (AFG) in 2015, a nonprofit promoting African and Afro-descendant voices in global fashion.
  • AFG organizes events in venues like the European Parliament and presents the Ethical Fashion Award for inclusive practices.
  • Co-wrote and produced the Gran Galà del Made in Italy (also known as Sua Eccellenza Italia – Il Gala del Made in Italy), a television event aired internationally via Rai Italia.
  • Edited Voci in Passerella, a web magazine merging fashion journalism with sociopolitical analysis.
  • Professor at the Escuela Superior Sevilla de Moda.
  • Founded Paparusso Communication in 2024, a media and marketing company focused on film, television, distribution, financing, and marketing.
  • Published books including L’infiltrato, Caffè Corretto, and Gilbert Nana.
  • Produced the film Se nel buio avrai paura in 2025.

Favourites

FoodLasagna
ActorDenzel Washington
ActressMeryl Streep
FilmGangs of New York (2002)
SingerStevie Wonder
TV ShowsSaturday Night Live

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He is a Knight of Merit of the Italian Republic and a representative of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta.
2. Has expertise in marketing and communication.
3. Author and director of the short film ‘La Dieta Mediterranea’ for the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
4. Active in fighting against racism in Europe and a passionate activist.
5. Professor at the Escuela Superior Sevilla de Moda.
6. Lived in Senegal for many years, where his activism began.
7. Skilled guitarist and drummer.
8. Known as one of the most fervent activists against racism in Europe.
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