In Rome, the King of Paparazzi Is a Star in His Own Right

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Elisabetta PovoledoDecember 14, 2025 at 06:01 AM

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Rino Barillari, known as the "king of paparazzi," has been photographing celebrities in Rome for 65 years. At 80 years old, he continues to patrol the city's hotspots nightly, seeking candid or compromising images of the rich and famous. Barillari relies on a network of informants to locate his subjects, staking out locations and frequenting popular restaurants. His work has captured figures from Princess Margaret to Lady Gaga, and his photographs are displayed in establishments he frequents. He began his career in 1959 at the age of 14, after moving to Rome from Calabria.

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Princess Margaret 30% Peter O’Toole 50% Spike Lee 50% Lady Gaga ×280% Italy ×480% Rome ×580% Rino Barillari ×9100%

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rino barillari 100% paparazzi 100% celebrity photography 80% rome 70% celebrities 70% photojournalism 60% italian culture 50% nightlife 40%

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New York Times - World

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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90%

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Italy

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