Natalie DiDonato, known for her role in “Mob Wives,” has been reported missing, raising concerns among her loved ones. Her mother, Denise Fuoco, noted that during their last FaceTime conversation a week ago, DiDonato appeared anxious and abruptly ended the call.
Fuoco shared with TMZ on January 21 that she had been trying to contact DiDonato for several days without success. Eventually, she reached out to one of DiDonato’s friends, who revealed that DiDonato had recently messaged him on WhatsApp, requesting financial help to travel from Las Vegas to Florida.
The friend reportedly purchased a plane ticket for her, but DiDonato failed to board two flights home. A missing person report has since been filed in Las Vegas, according to various outlets.
Fuoco expressed her distress to TMZ, stating that her daughter has seemed “distant” lately and that she is deeply concerned for her safety.
Drita D’Avanzo, another alumna of “Mob Wives,” also spoke to TMZ, conveying her hope for DiDonato’s safe return. She said, “Missing two flights and being reported missing is extremely concerning.”
Although DiDonato appeared only in season 5 of the show, her family ties to organized crime are notable; she is the cousin of the late Frank “Frankie Flowers” D’Alfonso, who was murdered in 1985.
In her last social media post, DiDonato joyfully celebrated turning 44, expressing pride in maintaining her health and fitness.
She wrote, “Getting older is a blessing,” as well as documenting a visit to a shooting range last June.
The search for her continues as friends and family hope for her safe return.
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