Frank Matano is a father, the announcement on social media and the baby's name

Frank Matano has become a father. The comedian and Italia's Got Talent judge surprisingly announced the birth of his first child with a sweet photo posted on social media, also revealing the baby's name: Marcello . The announcement comes four days after the birth, as he himself explained in a dedication to his partner Ylenia Azzurretti.

The surprise announcement on social media

"So grateful to have you in my life and to be by my beloved Ylenia's side. Marcello is only four days old but already acts like he's eight," Frank Matano wrote in the post sharing the news. In the sweet snap, the new dad holds the little one in his arms, showing his followers a moment of great happiness.

The news spread online within hours, sparking a deluge of well-wishes and affectionate messages. Many famous faces offered their congratulations to the new parents, including Aurora Leone , Federica Pellegrini , Elettra Lamborghini, Lucia Ocone, as well as Gianluca Gazzoli, Rocio Munoz Morales, Nina Zilli, Giuliano Sangiorgi, and Francesco Mandelli.

Who is Ylenia Azzurretti?

Frank Matano's partner is Ylenia Azzurretti, a 26-year-old director and documentary filmmaker. The two are both from Caserta and met through mutual friends. Their love story has always been kept very private, away from the spotlight, with few public appearances over the years.

A choice of discretion she maintained throughout her pregnancy: the birth was announced just four days later, with the comedian's social media post. Her connection to Naples and Campania remains strong, as evidenced by her involvement with Frank Matano's Tombolone in Piazza Dante in Naples.

Frank Matano's journey

Born in Caserta, Frank Matano became known to the general public as a comedian and author, before establishing himself as a judge on Italia's Got Talent , the Sky talent show that has been airing since 2013. His career began with viral videos and the web, where he built a huge following before landing on television.

Among his ties with the Campania region there is also his participation in events such as Comicon 2016, with meetings with fans about the secrets of his success.

What is Frank Matano's son's name?

The baby's name is Marcello , as announced by the comedian himself in the social media post with the dedication to his partner Ylenia.

Who is Frank Matano's partner?

Frank Matano's partner is Ylenia Azzurretti, 26-year-old director and documentary maker, originally from Caserta like him.

When Frank Matano's son was born

Little Marcello was born about four days before the social media announcement, as the comedian himself explained in his dedication.