In Rome, the King of Paparazzi Is a Star in His Own Right

The New York Times12/14/2025 • Last cited 12/16/2025

Summary

Rino Barillari, known as the "King of Paparazzi," has spent 65 years capturing images of celebrities from Princess Margaret to Lady Gaga, and has become a notable figure in the celebrity world himself, according to The New York Times. His long career has involved both photographing and interacting with various famous personalities.

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