Málaga, a city that has always witnessed great love stories, today is filled with nostalgia when saying goodbye to Massimo Stecchini, the man who became the faithful life partner of the legendary actress and singer from Málaga, Pepa Flores, known worldwide. as ‘marisol’. At 63 years old, Stecchini has left us unexpectedly due to a heart attack in his hometown.
His relationship with Marisol, which lasted more than three decades, became an example of love and stability in the star’s life.
The story of Massimo and Marisol began in a unique way in the Trastevere pizzeria, located in the emblematic neighborhood of La Malagueta. This business, which once belonged to Massimo’s family, made it an emblem of Malaga gastronomy. It was in that place where Massimo and Marisol met, marking the beginning of a love story that was characterized by its simplicity and distance from luxuries.
For Marisol, this relationship not only represented deep love, but also essential support at a time when she was recovering from her separation from Antonio Gades, with whom she shared three daughters. Over the years, Massimo was her refuge, providing her with stability and serenity in the midst of the whirlwind of show business.
Massimo Stecchini played a discreet -but fundamental- role in Marisol’s life, protecting her from the spotlight and acting as a filter before journalists and job offers. Her reserved demeanor and her dedication from the background were crucial in preserving peace in the artist’s life.
Despite the fame and recognition surrounding Marisol, she and Massimo managed to keep their lives in relative anonymity, a feat in show business.
Massimo Stecchini’s departure leaves an irreplaceable void in Marisol’s life, but her legacy of love will live on in the memory of all those who followed her story. The couple shared a full and quiet life in Malaga, enjoying walks on the beach, her grandson and the simplicity that they valued so much.
Now, the last photograph they are looking for is the first one they took together in 1962, an image that symbolizes the beginning of a love story that has stood the test of time. That three-year-old boy who looked enthralled at Marisol in that snapshot became the man who took care of his beloved in the most delicate moments of her life. The story of Massimo Stecchini and Marisol is a reminder that true love endures, even in the ephemeral world of show business. Her legacy of love and simplicity will inspire future generations.
