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Federica Pellegrini Announces Birth of Second Daughter, Rachele

Her older daughter chose the name after a favorite book character.

Overview

  • Pellegrini shared the news on Instagram with a hospital photo showing her husband Matteo Giunta and the newborn in her arms.
  • In her caption, she greeted “Rachele” and wrote that the little one was born under the “pink moon,” echoing the celebratory tone of the post.
  • The family said two-year-old Matilde picked the name, which they described as evoking calm, peace, and tranquility.
  • Days before the birth, an ironic Instagram post about a “last supper” drew critical comments from followers about perceived privilege and childcare help.
  • Corriere della Sera reported the delivery as a cesarean, with no separate medical statement cited, and noted Pellegrini’s stature as “la Divina,” a European record holder and Olympic medalist.