Isotta Rossellini is an Italian-American educator who has over 4-decade long experience in academia. Besides being a successful educator, Isotta is also the wife of Richard Aborn, the current president of the Citizens Crime Commission in New York City. He also vied for the seat of district attorney in Manhattan but lost it to Cy Vance of the Democratic party. Isotta and her husband have been together for over three decades. They exchanged their wedding vows in 1990 and have been together ever since.
Biography
Isotta Rossellini was born on June 18, 1952, in Rome, Italy, to Ingrid Bergman and Robert Rossellini. Her mother was a Swedish actress who was regarded as one of the most influential individuals in cinematic history. Isotta’s mother had a great career that spanned over five decades, and she won several accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and three Academy Awards. Her father, on the other hand, was a film director, producer, and screenwriter.
Isotta had a pretty normal childhood, but her parents separated when she was just five. As such, she did not see her father often. After her mother married Lars Schmidt, Isotta looked up to him and saw him as a father figure.
Regarding her education, Isotta’s parents ensured that she was well educated. When they realized that their daughter did not want to venture into the entertainment industry; they did their best to ensure she was well educated. Isotta began her education in Rome. However, after completing her high school education, she moved to Columbia, where she did her undergraduate, master’s, and doctorate in Italian literature.
Love Life
Isotta Rossellini has been married twice. She first married film producer Alberto Acciarito in 1979, but their relationship was short-lived. They divorced in 1982 after about three years of marriage. Following her divorce, Isotta began dating Richard Aborn; they exchanged their wedding vows in 1990.
Isotta Rossellini and her husband, Richard Aborn, have been together for 34 years and have one child together, a daughter named Francesca Aborn. Isotta and her husband are happy, and there have been no rumors of extramarital affairs or divorce.
Professional Career
Isotta Rossellini has quite a spectacular resume. She has taught at several top institutions in the United States. After completing her education at Columbia University, Isotta was offered a job to teach literature and Italian film.
She later moved to NYU, Harvard University, Princeton, and several other universities. Isotta has had a great career interacting with students from all over the world. Besides teaching, Isotta has also written several books, including Know Thyself.
One thing that Isotta Rossellini is proud of, is the career she has had thus far. She did not take the same path as her parents or siblings, but she has found success in her chosen career. Isotta prefers leading a low-key life away from the public. As such, it is hard to tell if she is in the academic field and if she is still teaching literature and Italian film.
