Ferragni cleared in Pandorogate: Milan judge ends fraud case over charity cake scheme

A Milan judge cleared Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni of aggravated fraud in the Pandorogate case, ruling the charges inadmissible. Prosecutors had sought a 20‑month sentence in a roughly €2 million scheme tied to Pandoro Christmas cakes and other promos intended to fund a children’s hospital, but investigators found proceeds went to Ferragni and her companies. The saga, which spurred influencer-regulation talk in Italy and drew political attention from Meloni, also saw Ferragni say actions were in good faith and acknowledge a communications error as she and Fedez reimbursed donors and handled sponsorships.