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Gianni Riotta

b. 1954

Italian journalist

Writer Journalist Television presenter
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About Gianni Riotta

Born 1954. Gianni Riotta is an Italian writer, journalist and television presenter.

Gianni Riotta (born 12 January 1954 in Palermo, Italy) is an Italian journalist, a regular contributor for the daily newspaper La Stampa and a former editor-in-chief of the financial newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, Rai 3 and the news bulletin TG1. He has contributed to the Washington Post, Le Monde, Foreign Policy, He also collaborates with IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca.

He received the America Award of the Italy-USA Foundation in 2013. Riotta is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

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Important facts

Born
12 January 1954, Palermo
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Writer, journalist, television presenter
Nationality
Italy
Education
Columbia University
Employers
Luiss University
Awards
Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic; Napoli Prize; Premio Bergamo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Gianni Riotta?

Italian journalist

When was Gianni Riotta born?

Gianni Riotta was born on 12 January 1954 in Palermo.

What is Gianni Riotta's occupation?

Gianni Riotta is a writer, journalist and television presenter.

What nationality is Gianni Riotta?

Gianni Riotta is Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gianni Riotta

· Wikidata: Q3763621

· DBpedia: Gianni Riotta

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