Natalie "Nat D" DiDonato Found Safe After Missing Person Search
Natalie "Nat D" DiDonato, a cast member of the reality TV show "Mob Wives," was found safe in Nevada on Wednesday, May 25, 2023, after a brief missing person search. Her mother, Denise Fuoco, confirmed the news to NBC News, stating that her daughter is "fine right now" and that the family is "trying to get her home." DiDonato, who lives in Florida, had been reported missing earlier in the day by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
DiDonato Contacted Family, Ending Search
DiDonato's disappearance sparked concern among her family and friends, who were relieved to hear that she had been found safe. According to her family, she contacted her mother on Wednesday to inform her that she was okay, prompting Fuoco to notify the police that her daughter was no longer missing or in danger.
Reason for Absence Unknown
The reason for DiDonato's brief absence is still unclear. Her family has stated that they are unsure why she went "off the grid" for several days. Fuoco mentioned that DiDonato did not wish to discuss the matter, and the family did not want to press her.
DiDonato's Recent Movements
As far as her family knew, DiDonato had planned to be in Philadelphia before her disappearance. However, it was later discovered that she had traveled to Las Vegas instead. Police records indicate that she stayed in a Las Vegas hotel late last week.
Known for "Mob Wives" Appearance
DiDonato is a cousin of the slain mobster Frank "Frankie Flowers" D'Alfonso and appeared in Season 5 of "Mob Wives," which aired on VH1 from 2011 to 2016. On the show, she was often referred to as "Nat D" to distinguish her from another cast member, Natalie Guercio. Guercio took to Instagram to clarify that she was not the individual reported missing.
Recent Social Media Activity
Prior to her disappearance, DiDonato had posted on Instagram five weeks earlier, expressing her contentment with turning 44 and having recently lost weight. She wrote, "Getting older is a blessing, can't believe I made it this far."
Summary
Natalie "Nat D" DiDonato was found safe in Nevada after being reported missing for a few days. The reason for her disappearance remains unknown, but her family is relieved to have her back and is working to bring her home. DiDonato is known for her appearance on the reality TV show "Mob Wives" and is a cousin of the late mobster Frank "Frankie Flowers" D'Alfonso.