Sammy Basso, an Italian suffering from progeria (or Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome), a disease of premature aging, died at the age of 28 on Saturday evening. He was said to have felt unwell while dining with friends in a restaurant. According to Italian media, he was the oldest patient in the world affected by this disease for which life expectancy at birth is around 13 years.
A thesis on his illness in 2021
Born on December 1, 1995 in northern Italy, Sammy Basso studied at university in Padua and in 2021 he specialized in molecular biology with a thesis seeking to clarify the relationship between inflammation and progeria, according to the daily La Repubblica. He was active on social media, followed by over 70,000 people on Instagram.
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His death was deplored by many public figures, saluting his courage in his fight against the disease. “Sammy Basso was an extraordinary example of courage, faith and positive spirit. He faced every challenge with a smile, proving that the strength of the soul can overcome all obstacles,” Italian head of government Giorgia Meloni wrote on the X network.
“His commitment to progeria research and his ability to inspire others will forever be a role model,” she added.
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