Over the years, Massimo Gava has encountered Laura Pausini at various moments in her career. As she’s evolved from a young girl singing pop tunes to a worldwide singing star, he’s been won over by her depth and breadth as an actress, as well as her uncompromising integrity, both personal and artistic. He traces the career trajectory of “La Pausini.”

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