“Is it a farewell?”, “Aren’t you coming back?”, “And what will we do without Angela and Franco?”. A small earthquake shook the audience A place in the Sun according to the post published by the actor on his social channels Peppe Zarbo, since the beginning one of the most popular faces of the longest-running soap in the history of Italian television, 27 years with over six thousand episodes. A post arrived just in time for the last anniversary: “On October 21, 1996,” writes the Sicilian actor and posts an old photo, “the first episode of “Un Posto al Sole” was broadcast. It was an incredible and unique adventure. I would like to sincerely thank Rai, Fremantle and the entire public and the generations that grew up with us. Being part of this family was a true privilege and an unforgettable experience that will always accompany me on my journey.” Zarbo, 57 years old, from Agrigento, who also met the actress’s love on the set of Upas Eva Deiddawith whom he has three children, he speaks in the past tense and his words sound like a farewell.
The move to Sicily
At the moment his character is shady and charming Franco Boschi, eternal companion, between separations and reconciliations, from Angela Poggi (played by Claudia Ruffo) is not on screen because the couple, who are probably the most popular among the soap’s fans, have left Naples to start a new chapter in their lives Sicily, after work problems and another emotional crisis. But at this point, reading Zarbo’s post, it seems that a return to the Neapolitan stage is not foreseeable for him. “Looking back, I am full of emotions for all the moments we shared and for all the love I feel receive. I am grateful for the love you have shown me over the years. Thank you everyone!” he says goodbye to the fans. Who can’t find peace, already orphans of their favorite, who in almost thirty years has become almost a relative who shows up on time for dinner every day.