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Mauro Morandi, iconic hermit of Budelli island, passes away at 85

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Mauro Morandi, iconic hermit of Budelli island, passes away at 85

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  • **Mauro Morandi**, who lived off the grid for over 30 years on Budelli island, has passed away at the age of **85**.
  • Morandi was often referred to as **Robinson Crusoe** by the media, having become the island's primary caretaker in **1989** after a shipwreck.
  • He was evicted in **2021** when the island transitioned to a nature park but adapted to life in a one-bedroom apartment.
  • Morandi spoke of the possibility for a **second life** after his hermit years, appreciating modern comforts.
  • His friends have vowed to **scatter his ashes at sea**, honoring his love for the ocean.

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