Bruno Tonioli at 70: A Life Lived in Rhythm and Spotlight
Bruno Tonioli turning 70 feels like one of those moments where you stop and look back at a career that’s been nothing short of spectacular. And honestly, it couldn’t have come at a better time — he’s celebrating this milestone birthday right as Dancing with the Stars hits its Season 34 grand finale. While fans wait to see whether Robert Irwin, Alix Earle, Elaine Hendrix, Jordan Chiles, or Dylan Efron walks away with the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, Bruno himself is being celebrated for something far more special: a lifetime spent shaping dance, television, and entertainment culture on two continents.
What’s really striking about Bruno’s story is how far he’s come from his early days in Ferrara, Italy. Born to hardworking, working-class parents, he grew up with a love for Hollywood musicals — a love that quietly planted the seeds for everything that would follow. By the time he was eighteen, he had moved to Paris and was already stepping into his own as a natural performer and choreographer. Long before television fame arrived, he was collaborating with some of the biggest names in music. His work with artists like Elton John, Tina Turner, and the Rolling Stones wasn’t just impressive — it was proof that Bruno had a vision and a flair that couldn’t be overlooked. His appearance in Elton John’s “I’m Still Standing” video is still one of those fun little gems fans love to revisit.
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But of course, everything changed in 2004. That’s when Strictly Come Dancing premiered, and Bruno’s larger-than-life judging style instantly caught the public’s attention. His high-energy reactions, expressive critiques, and unmistakable charisma made him a standout from day one. A year later, he crossed the Atlantic, joining Len Goodman and Carrie Ann Inaba for the launch of Dancing with the Stars in the United States. From that moment, his status as a transatlantic TV personality was sealed.
By 2018, his schedule was so packed that his time on Strictly naturally began to wind down. He eventually stepped away from the BBC show in 2019, paving the way for Anton Du Beke to join the judging panel a few years later. Meanwhile, Bruno continued reinventing himself on DWTS — even debuting a striking silver-haired look in 2020 that fans absolutely loved. And through all the seasons, all the stars, and all the dramatic performances, he’s remained a fan favorite, bringing warmth, humor, and heart to the ballroom.
As for his personal life, Bruno keeps things much more private. He isn’t married, but he has been in a long-term relationship with Jason Schanne since 2010, with the pair reportedly holding a commitment ceremony in 2012. Despite being so open and expressive on television, he prefers to keep his home life away from the spotlight.
Now, at 70, Bruno stands at a point where his past achievements and present success blend seamlessly. Whether or not Dancing with the Stars is renewed for another season, his impact is already cemented. It’s a career built on passion, persistence, and pure joy — and it continues to inspire anyone who believes in chasing a dream with everything they have.
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