The likeable rogue

Silvio Berlusconi passed away on the 12 June 2023. In my piece for The Times of Malta (14.VI.2023), I write about his life and legacy:

"He never seemed to take politics too seriously. He never forgot his roots as an entertainer. His personal life was messy but that only increased the entertainment factor. To some, the peccadillos and the lack of political correctness made him relatable.

Berlusconi himself never tried to shrug off the image of a rogue – indeed, he relished in it. And, perhaps, people liked him more for this."

The full piece may be read by clicking here.