The real-life drama surrounding Mob Wives star Natalie DiDonato has taken a dark turn, with the reality TV personality now the subject of a missing-persons report. Known for her fiery presence on season five of the VH1 hit, Natalie’s whereabouts have been a troubling mystery since she failed to board two flights home to Florida.
Law enforcement in Las Vegas is investigating after a report was filed early this morning. Natalie’s family, deeply concerned and desperate for answers, says she has been unreachable since January 5, when she missed a scheduled flight.
The last anyone saw or heard from her was through a FaceTime call with her mother, Denise Fuoco, a week ago—a call that has only deepened the concern.
The Last Conversation
According to Denise, Natalie appeared nervous and distressed during their brief FaceTime chat. “She rushed off the phone,” Denise told TMZ, adding that her daughter didn’t clarify where she was or who she was with. After the call, repeated attempts to reach Natalie on her two cell phones went unanswered, and Denise says neither phone seemed to be working.
The chilling details only get murkier. Natalie’s mother says her daughter has been “distant” for the past month, behaving in ways that felt out of character. Denise, struggling to piece things together, contacted police in Philadelphia—where Natalie had reportedly visited earlier this month—before the trail led to Las Vegas.
A Friend’s Last Contact
The last person believed to have spoken with Natalie is a friend named Ben, who allegedly told Denise that Natalie had reached out to him on WhatsApp four days ago. She reportedly sounded distressed, asking for help and money for a flight back to Florida. Ben, concerned for Natalie’s well-being, purchased a ticket for her—but she never boarded the plane.
Ben, the friend who filed the missing-person report in Vegas, is now a critical piece of the investigation. His account paints a picture of a woman in crisis, reaching out for help but failing to follow through on plans to get home.
A Mother’s Fear
For Denise, the ordeal is a waking nightmare. “I’m sick over this,” she told reporters, revealing that she hasn’t been able to sleep since her daughter disappeared. Her concerns have only grown after hearing about Natalie’s distressed state and increasingly erratic behavior in recent weeks.
While speculation swirls, Denise admits she doesn’t know what’s behind her daughter’s recent behavior, but she’s holding out hope for answers—and for Natalie’s safe return.
The Investigation Continues
As the search intensifies, law enforcement is working to piece together the timeline of Natalie’s movements, from her last confirmed appearance in Philadelphia to the missed flights and the cryptic contact with her friend. With the Las Vegas missing-persons report now in play, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
For now, the reality TV star’s disappearance remains a troubling mystery, leaving fans and family alike anxiously awaiting answers. From her days stirring up drama on Mob Wives to the current, far more serious drama unfolding in real life, one thing is clear: Natalie DiDonato’s story is far from over.
Last modified: January 23, 2025
