“I don’t have many friends.”
Riccardo De Rinaldis Santorelli
photographed in Paris, by Justino Esteves
styling Richard Descours
above: deconstructed cable-knit sweater laminated in silver DAWEI
How did you start as an actor? Did you always know that you would become an actor?
I got my first job the summer of my last year of high school, but before that, I used to do commercials in Milan. One day, when I was fourteen, I had an audition for a Mexican TV show, and then the rest is history. I fell in love with my job after a few years that I started working; I wanted to do something regarding space during my school years, so maybe in astrophysics.
Are there any other passions besides acting?
I read a lot, especially fantasy books. I love fashion and photography, but my biggest passion besides acting is singing.
oversized heavy cotton sweatshirt double faced printed “Pièce de Dix Francs”: Richard Descours
custom embossed crocodile lambskin black leather Lauda trousers: Jitrois
Do you have any rituals before your first day on set?
I don’t have any rituals in particular. Usually, I’m excited before shooting in general, so”don’t sleep” is probably the correct answer. I’m joking. Feeling well physically and mentally is always the key, so I meditate a lot.
Can you share anything unexpected/surprising while filming Death Do Us Part?
My character is an artist and a performer, so nothing unexpected, but you’ll see me sing in the movie and perform a little with dirty teeth and fantastic costumes! Oh, and we have Alan Cumming as well in the cast!!
What is your most marked characteristic?
Probably my most marked characteristic is that I’m really empathic. Most of the time, when people spend a little while with me, they feel so free that they tell me stories of their lives and all of their secrets.
shirt attached with printed silk scarf: INNANGELO
embossed crocodile lambskin black leather Lauda trousers: Jitrois
powder pink cotton and hemp Minster shirt embroidered with cutwork detailing: Baziszt Paris
What is the quality you like the most in a friend?
I don’t have many friends. My few REAL friends have a few things in common with me, but the most important thing is that they have to be trustworthy and kind.
Which living person do you most admire and why?
I don’t have one, but two. My parents are the most precious people. I admire them daily for their strength and kindness, and I’m grateful because they taught me what love is.
Can you give us a couple of tracks on your current playlist?
My current playlist is full of Olivia Dean, Hozier, Sabrina Carpenter, and Bon Iver.
deconstructed cable-knit sweater laminated in silver: DAWEI
embossed crocodile lambskin black leather Lauda trousers: Jitrois
heavy cotton oversized trench-coat: Newspeak (Studio)
embossed crocodile lambskin black leather Lauda trousers: Jitrois
camel silk printed shirt and vinyle brown shorts: DAWEI
What’s next for you?
I’ll be starting a movie in September. It’s probably a Romeo and Juliet 2024, but it’s more than that. Also, I’m working on my first E.P. album, which I will release in 2025. Death Do Us Part is a black comedy/ fantasy/ musical set in 1300 Italy during the Black Plague.
It tells the story of Giulia, a young girl who wants to become the new physician of her village. However, many obstacles prevent her from achieving her dream. One day, when her teacher dies of illness, she sees death personified in a young man, and everything from that point on will change.
