Italian music loses Peppino di Capri, who dies aged 86 on his home island By Luís Henrique Costa
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The famous Italian singer Peppino di Capri passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 86. The death occurred on his home island, Capri, located in southern Italy. The news was confirmed by his family to the Ansa news agency.
The renowned artist had long been dealing with health issues that kept him away from the spotlight and stage. So far, the exact cause of death has not been disclosed by the family.
In an emotional post on social media, Peppino’s official profile shared an image of the artist alongside the simple word “Ciao”, a traditional “bye” in Italian. He would have turned 87 years old on the 27th of this month.
Born under the name Giuseppe Faiella, Peppino forged a long-lasting musical trajectory, marking the history of Italian music for decades. His most celebrated compositions include “Champagne” and “Roberta”, which gained him recognition and popularity both in Italy and internationally.
The wake and burial ceremonies are scheduled for Sunday, the 12th, at the Church of Santo Stefano, also located in Capri. Peppino di Capri leaves behind three sons: Arrigo, also called Igor, Edoardo and Dario.
