Sandro Giacobbe Dies — Legendary Italian Singer and Songwriter of “Il Giardino Proibito” and “Signora Mia”
On December 5, 2025, in his home in Cogorno, northern Italy, the famous Italian singer and songwriter Sandro Giacobbe passed away. The artist died at the age of 75 after a prolonged battle with cancer. In his final years, Giacobbe was confined to a wheelchair due to his illness, yet he remained a significant figure in the music world and continued to inspire fans worldwide.
Sandro Giacobbe, born on December 14, 1949, in Genoa, began his musical journey as a teenager by forming the band Giacobbe & le Allucinazioni. In the early 1970s, he released his first recordings, but he achieved true popularity in the mid-1970s with hits that became part of the golden treasury of Italian music. His most famous songs include “Signora Mia” (1974), “Il Giardino Proibito, ” and “Gli Occhi di Tua Madre, ” which captivated audiences with their romantic and heartfelt atmosphere.
His music resonated not only in Italy but also internationally. Giacobbe’s songs were translated into Spanish and performed at major international festivals, including the famous Festival de Viña del Mar in Chile, where he took second place with the song “E passa il tempo.” In addition to his solo career, he actively participated in the Nazionale Cantanti football team, first as a player and later as a coach, combining music and sports for charitable causes.
The artist’s personal life was filled with challenges. In recent years, he openly shared his health struggles — suffering from prostate cancer and meningioma, which eventually left him unable to walk. Despite this, Giacobbe remained active in the music community, participating in special events and supporting young performers.
Family, colleagues, and fans have already begun to say goodbye to the musician. The farewell ceremony will take place on December 9, 2025, at the Cathedral of Chiavari “Nostra Signora dell’Orto.” The death of Sandro Giacobbe is a true loss for the music world: his touching ballads, such as “Signora Mia” and “Il Giardino Proibito, ” will remain forever in listeners’ hearts and continue to be played on radio stations for many years.
Giacobbe’s legacy is not only music but also an inspiration for generations. His work represents the golden era of Italian pop music of the 1970s–1980s, and his songs continue to find new fans on digital platforms. For everyone who appreciates genuine emotion and melody, Sandro Giacobbe will always be a symbol of true Italian romance in music.
