Following Andrea Pucci's withdrawal from the Sanremo Festival amid political controversies, Carlo Conti has spoken out, expressing his regret personally and professionally for Pucci's decision. Conti emphasized that Pucci chose to step down autonomously and acknowledged the pressures faced by artists in the high-stakes environment of the festival.

Conti's comments were made during a phone call on Fiorello and Biggio's program, where he officially announced Pilar Fogliati as the co-host for the second night of the festival. The conversation highlighted not only the disappointment regarding Pucci's departure but also drew parallels to previous incidents, such as the reaction to Maurizio Crozza, showcasing the formidable atmosphere that performers must navigate on stage at the Ariston.

Despite the ongoing discussions surrounding festival guests, Conti remained non-committal regarding observations of famous artists like Eros Ramazzotti, further maintaining an air of suspense leading up to the event. The situation reflects the complicated interplay of performance, public perception, and the pressures faced by artists within the entertainment industry, particularly in a festival as prominent as Sanremo.