Alessandro Gassmann opens up about modern fatherhood in an interview

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Italian actor Alessandro Gassmann, protagonist of the series Un Professore, gave an interview to Gente magazine on the occasion of the premiere of the third season on Rai Uno. Durante the conversation, published on November 24, 2025, he spoke openly about his relationship with his son Leo Gassmann, a 27-year-old singer and songwriter. Gassmann highlighted the importance of listening to children even in moments of tiredness or disagreement.

The third season of the series began airing on November 20, 2025 in prime time on Italian television.

Relationship marked by constant dialogue

Alessandro Gassmann stated that he spends a lot of time with Leo. Ele recognized that they both have strong personalities and argue frequently, but are able to resolve things quickly.

The actor emphasized the current need for parents to dedicate energy to listening to their children. Segundo him, in the past the limits were more rigid, whereas today dialogue has become essential.

Music unites father and son

Leo Gassmann participates again in Un Professore with one of his songs on the season’s soundtrack. Alessandro revealed that his son follows the series and maintains friendships with part of the young cast.

On November 13, 2025, the two attended the Jamiroquai concert together in Milão alongside their mother Sabrina Knaflitz. The actor shared a video of the moment on social media.

  • They share a passion for funk and jazz music
  • They watched American series together during the pandemic
  • Leo has a university degree, unlike his father
  • Maintain conversation routines even with busy schedules

Reciprocal pride in the family

Alessandro declared that he was proud of Leo’s academic and professional performance. The young singer has stated in previous interviews that he never felt pressure due to his famous surname.

Leo described his father as a “strict policeman” who balanced his mother’s enthusiasm. Ele also highlighted that he grew up seeing his parents maintain a solid relationship for decades.

Dialogue even in disagreements

Gassmann reinforced that it takes courage to listen to your children when there is a disagreement of ideas. Para him, there is no absolute right or wrong in family relationships.

The actor believes that investing time in coexistence is worth the daily effort. Proximity, according to Alessandro, strengthens bonds between generations.

Active presence in the child’s life

Despite his intense career in cinema and television, Alessandro prioritizes moments with Leo. The two maintain constant contact and exchange opinions on artistic work.

Leo’s musical participation in Un Professore represents yet another point of professional connection between father and son. Alessandro celebrated the young man’s approval of the series he stars in.