Mel Gibson was recently spotted enjoying a romantic evening in Rome with Italian actress and model Antonella Salvucci, sparking headlines after the pair were photographed sharing affectionate moments throughout the night.
The 70-year-old Lethal Weapon star appeared relaxed in a casual outfit consisting of a white button-down shirt, jeans, a baseball cap, and Crocs, while Salvucci, 44, turned heads in a fitted brown leather jumpsuit paired with a pink handbag. Witnesses saw the two embracing, holding hands, and sharing several kisses as they explored the Italian capital together.
Their evening reportedly began with dinner at the seafood restaurant Micalusi Real Fish before continuing with a late-night drive through Rome. The pair later visited the famous Zodiac viewpoint, where they admired the city skyline and spent time stargazing together. They eventually ended the evening at the historic Fontanone fountain on Gianicolo Hill, where they were seen sharing more intimate moments.
Despite the affectionate outing, reports suggest Gibson is currently single following his quiet split from longtime partner Rosalind Ross, with whom he shares a son. The actor had been in Rome working on The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One, the highly anticipated follow-up to The Passion of the Christ, which recently completed filming.
Salvucci, known for her work in horror films and Italian television, has previously spoken about her admiration for Hollywood stars and once revealed she had a brief romance with Sean Penn after meeting him in Los Angeles.
As photos from the evening continue circulating online, fans have been buzzing over Gibson’s seemingly carefree mood and the chemistry between the two stars. Whether the outing was simply a close friendship or the beginning of something more, the pair certainly attracted plenty of attention during their glamorous night in Rome.
