Giorgia Villa: From Olympic Gymnastics to Parmigiano Reggiano Ambassador

Giorgia Villa, an Italian gymnast, missed the Tokyo Olympics due to a sprained ankle but made a historic comeback at the Paris Games despite back injuries. Italy secured a silver medal, their first in 96 years, contributing to the nation's rich gymnastics legacy. Villa's role as a Parmigiano Reggiano ambassador brought her additional fame.

Giorgia Villa, who missed the Tokyo Olympics due to a sprained ankle, triumphed at the Paris Games despite battling back injuries.

The 21-year-old gymnast helped Italy clinch a silver medal, their best result in Olympic gymnastics since 1928, alongside teammates Angela Andreoli, Alice D'Amato, Manila Esposito, and Elisa Iorio. Villa's performance on the uneven bars with a score of 13.766 was pivotal.

However, Villa's popularity surged on social media due to her previous role as an ambassador for Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Images from a 2021 advertising campaign featuring Villa in a leotard next to the iconic cheese went viral. The sponsorship deal, which concluded in 2022, positioned Villa alongside other top Italian athletes, highlighting her love for Italian culture.

(With inputs from agencies.)