Facts You Need to Know about Lionel Messi’s Wife, Antonella Roccuzzo

Born on February 26, 1988, in Santa Fe, Rosario, Argentina, Antonella was raised along with her two sisters, Carla, and Paula Roccuzzo. Her father, Jose Roccuzzo, was a businessman and her mother, Patricia Blanko, was a homemaker.

Messi, on the other hand, was born one year before her in a humble background and developed his talent in Newell’s Old boys’ club, one of the famous football clubs in Rosario.

Being raised up in the same neighborhood, Messi became friends with one of Antonella’s cousins, who in turn introduced him to Roccuzzo. All this happened before Messi became a football star.

Prior to Antonella’s enrollment into the University of Argentina to study Odontology in order to actualize her dreams of becoming a dentist, Antonella completed her basic education from one of the local high schools of Rosario.

Roccuzzo moved on to study Social Communications so as to enhance her social media skills thereby forgetting her childhood dream of becoming a dentist.

Regardless of the lengthy history together, Antonella and Lionel parted ways to follow their dreams, only to reconnect later in 2007. It all happened when one of Roccuzzo’s close friends died in a car crash, and Messi didn’t hesitate traveling all the way to Argentina to comfort her. At that moment, Antonella realized that Messi was the right person for her.

Roccuzzo and Messi’s wedding featured a who’s who list from the world of soccer and pop culture.

The couple got married on June 30, 2017 in Rosario, Argentina. There were 260 guests, including Luis Suárez, Neymar, and Gerard Piqué and his wife, Shakira.

Argentinian papers referred to the event as the “wedding of the century.”

As expected, their colorful wedding was graced by numerous dignitaries including football stars; Sergio Aguero, Carles Puyol, Cesc Fabregas, Samuel Eto, among others. To reinforce their strong roots, they held the wedding at the City Centre Hotel in Rosario, Argentina.

Antonella signed her first modelling contract but, prior to that, her career was set on a different path.

She initially studied to become a dentist, before dropping that for social communication and, ultimately, deciding that modelling was her true calling.

Roccuzzo’s career path has evolved since she first started dating Messi. She initially started out training to be a dentist in college.

Roccuzzo initially trained to be a dentist at university. But she ultimately switched to social communication. In November 2016, she posted on Instagram, stating that she had signed a modelling contract with Argentine fashion label Ricky Sarkany.

Whilst many celebrities’ wives thrive off their income, fame, and achievements, Antonella has proved to be different by striving to be independent and continually promoting feminism. Growing up, she dreamt of being a health nutritionist as well as a dentist. This acted as motivation throughout her childhood.

She succeeded in her elementary and high school studies further went to university and studied nutrition and dietetics. With a great vision and drive, she went ahead and studied odontology and social communication. However, after moving to Spain-Barcelona, her aspect of life changed, and so did her passion.

After getting engaged to the 6 time Ballon d’Or winner, she developed a taste in modeling, something that would later satisfy the public eye and build her reputation. It goes without saying, she has magnificent beauty and elegance, something that has contributed to her success in the fashion industry. She has mastered the art of being decent while still creating her own unique style.

Aside from that, she has worked with a few reputable fashion brands both in Spain and Argentina, where she has both modeled and done advertisements. However, most of her popularity comes from being married to Messi, who has over the years landed himself many brand advertisement deals.

It is worth mentioning that prior to his relationship with Antonella, Messi dated the Argentine singer, model, and actress, Luciana Salazar. Nevertheless, it does not come as a surprise that Roccuzzo has also turned out to be one. Notably, most footballers have often chosen to marry models or fitness

The model has accumulated enormous wealth for herself through her endorsement and record deals as well as her boutique business. Her financial value is estimated to be around $20 million.

Long before their kids were born, Antonella could be spotted in most Barcelona and Argentina matches, cheering away from the stands as his husband performed his usual magic.

Even after their kids were born, the family continually supported their dad, and are all huge Barcelona fans.

She has been seen by his side during events, casual dinners and even during his philanthropy occasions. Throughout success and failure, Antonella has stood by Messi’s side and helped him come out stronger each time.

She is still Argentine despite living in Spain and holds her hometown dearly at heart.