Chef/Cook, Influencer, Mixologist, Travel Host: Stanley Tucci as Everyman

Abstract

This chapter examines how Stanley Tucci has recently been making waves on social media with his cocktail-making skills and promotion of San Pellegrino. With his charming demeanor and impressive culinary skills, the actor has quickly become a social media sensation, garnering millions of views and followers across various platforms. On his social media platforms, Tucci has given his followers a behind-the-scenes look at his culinary routine, sharing tips and techniques for creating fresh, authentic meals at home. Moreover, Tucci’s Instagram posts allow his personality to flourish and include moments of back and forth between him and his wife, Felicity Blunt. The author contends that his authenticity shows as he describes his creations and connections to his Italian- American heritage.