Rome, 8 February (LaPresse) – Rai, in a statement, expresses ‘great regret at Andrea Pucci's decision to withdraw from participating in the next edition of the Sanremo Italian Song Festival, following the serious threats he has received and the climate of intimidation against him’. The company says it understands "his decision, which was made after careful consideration, aimed at protecting his personal integrity and that of his family, as well as his professional image. We can only express concern about the climate of intolerance and verbal violence generated against an artist who has made non-conformist satire and comedy his way of expressing freedom of thought. This form of censorship against an artist through the spread of hatred and prejudice should concern anyone working in the entertainment industry. We offer Andrea Pucci our most sincere best wishes and hope to be able to share his artistic journey again soon."
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