Tired of picture-perfect social media posts that feel more staged than real life? Imagine stumbling upon something different – something that makes you laugh out loud. That's the magic of Franklin residents Alessio and Jessi Pasini's social media presence whose innocence, humor, and charm will win your heart.
Jessi, a Tennessee native, and Alessio, a dual Italian-American citizen raised in Italy, met on a television set in New Orleans. The catch? They didn't speak each other's language. Cue Google Translate, their unlikely but effective communication lifeline.
Fast forward to 2019, the married couple relocated to Franklin and started a wedding flower business. A spontaneous decision to share their unique love story on social media changed everything. Alessio says, “It took off like crazy! Everybody started liking it and asking us to ‘Tell us more about your relationship.’” They asked each other, “What do you think if we switch focus and start doing videos together?”
Their content? Pure gold. From Alessio's endearing mispronunciations to his horrified reaction to unsalted pasta water and Americans' spaghetti doneness test, each post offers a hilarious glimpse into their cross-cultural life. Alessio's reaction to his DNA results, where Jessi secretly made him "almost all French," and his first visit to Buc-ees and Olive Garden are must-see posts.
With a global audience of 4.5 million followers across their social media platforms, their antics reach far and wide, bringing smiles and happiness to viewers everywhere.
The Pasinis also share the raw, unfiltered side of their lives including their struggles with infertility. Yet, through it all, they see their platform as a gift. “If our videos help people feel understood and less alone or can bring a smile to just one person's face, then it's all worth it," says Alessio.
In a world obsessed with perfection, The Pasinis remind us of the beauty of being unapologetically ourselves. And for that, I give them a “10 of the 10!” (IYKYK)
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