Simone Venturini

Simone Venturini (born 1 October 1987) is an Italian politician and lawyer serving as mayor of Venice since 2026. Previously a member of the city council and an assessor in the municipal administrations of Luigi Brugnaro, he was elected mayor in the 2026 local election.^[2][3] He won in the first round with 51.03% of the vote and took office on 29 May 2026.^[4]

Preceded byLuigi Brugnaro

Preceded byLuigi Brugnaro

Born (1987-10-01) 1 October 1987 (age 38)

Venice, Veneto, Italy^[1]

PartyIndependent
UDC (2010–2015)
CI (2021–2026)

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Simone Venturini
Mayor of Venice
Incumbent
Assumed office 29 May 2026
Preceded by	Luigi Brugnaro
Metropolitan mayor of Venice
Incumbent
Assumed office 29 May 2026
Preceded by	Luigi Brugnaro
Personal details
Born	(1987-10-01) 1 October 1987 (age 38) Venice, Veneto, Italy[1]
Party	Independent UDC (2010–2015) CI (2021–2026)
Alma mater	University of Padua
Profession	Lawyer

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