Meet a Scientologist Reveals the Art of Leather Alchemy with Iccio and Michele Leonelli
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- Scientology Network's MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST, the weekly series spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists from around the world and all walks of life, announces an episode featuring leather treatment artists Iccio and Michele Leonelli, premiering on August 26, 2025.

MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.

From Modena, a historic heart of Italian craftsmanship, Iccio Leonelli has built a reputation for transforming fine leather into runway-ready jackets and accessories. His creations have appeared in collections for some of the world's most iconic fashion houses, including Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan and Calvin Klein. Building on decades of experience, Iccio now works alongside his son Michele, continuing to push the boundaries of leather design.

ABOUT ICCIO AND MICHELE LEONELLI

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Iccio Leonelli began with nothing but determination and a job in a humble leather laundry. After buying the company, he found himself at a crossroads when the leather laundry industry collapsed. Without formal education, he immersed himself in chemistry and tanning techniques, mastering the science behind leather treatment. He later pioneered a breakthrough process—Mestizo—a celebrated technique that blends colors and textures into truly one-of-a-kind leather finishes. Michele now leads the studio's specialized tinting work, carrying forward the quality standards his father established while bringing his own passion to the craft. Together, Iccio and Michele have turned their workshop into a creative powerhouse respected across the global fashion industry, working with both luxury brands and independent artisans alike.

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