Nicola Paparusso (Italian Producer) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Producer
Nationality	Italian
Date of Birth	07/11/1963
Age	62 years
Birthplace	Lecce, Italy

Latest News about Nicola Paparusso

08/01/2026

Nicola Paparusso was featured in coverage about African Fashion Gate’s continuing push for inclusion in the fashion industry. The report highlighted his work linking fashion, advocacy, and representation, and positioned him as an active figure in conversations about diversity and cultural change.

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Bio/Wiki

Birth Name	Nicola Paparusso
Real Name	Nicola Paparusso
Nickname	Nik

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University	University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
Educational Qualification	MBA

Personal Life

Religion	Christianity

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married
Marriage Date	2018

Family

Spouse	Marietou 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.

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.

Favourites

Food	Lasagna
Actor	Denzel Washington
Actress	Meryl Streep
Film	Gangs of New York (2002)
Singer	Stevie Wonder
TV Shows	Saturday Night Live

Social Media

Instagram	https://www.instagram.com/nicolapaparusso.afg/
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/npaparusso/

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.

Nicola Paparusso Producer Italian Lecce, Italy