Francesco Rivella, the Creator of Nutella, Passes Away at 97

italy - Italian chemist Francesco Rivella, known as the father of the famous hazelnut spread Nutella, has died at the age of 97.

Italian Chemist Francesco Rivella Passes Away

Francesco Rivella, the renowned Italian chemist credited as the creator of Nutella, has passed away at the age of 97. Rivella, who worked for years at the chocolate products company Ferrero, played a significant role in shaping Nutella into the iconic product it is today. He is famously known as the 'father of Nutella' for his contributions to the brand's success. Witnessing the birth of Nutella, Rivella was one of the key figures in the brand's history, offering valuable insights and innovations to the sweet world. His death coinciding with the tenth anniversary of Ferrero's founder Michele Ferrero's passing has drawn attention.