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Bruno Tonioli turns 70: see then-and-now photos, from work with the Rolling Stones to DWTS, Strictly and his partner

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This is why Bruno Tonioli is a major fan favorite dancing with the starsHe won over audiences for two decades on the popular show with his infectious personality, larger-than-life decisive style and kind demeanor.

The choreographer and TV personality hit the big 7-0 just in time today, November 25 dwts The season 34 grand finale, in which one of Robert Irvin, Alix Earle, Allen Hendricks, Jordan Chiles or Dylan Efron will be awarded the Lane Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.

This year marks 20 years of the American dance competition, and that’s not even mentioning the 15 years spent on its British counterpart, strictly come danceas well as his several decades as a professional choreographer for A-list musicians.

Take a trip down memory lane with Bruno Tonioli, revisiting his early work, his mainstream success, his personal life and much more…

Italian choreographer Bruno Tonioli (left) with Mick Jagger on the set of the Rolling Stones' music video 'One Hit (To the Body)', England, 6 May 1986© Getty Images

early days

Bruno’s career began as a choreographer and dancer, working with many notable artists such as Elton John, Tina Turner and the Rolling Stones, being featured on the set of their music video “One Hit (To the Body)” in 1986.

Judge Bruno Tonioli attends the 'Strictly Come Dancing' series 8 launch show at the BBC Television Center on September 8, 2010 in London, England.© Getty Images

strictly speaking

In 2004, Bruno earned his first taste of mainstream TV fame with the premiere of strictly come dance As one of its judges, Craig joins Revel Horwood, Arlene Phillips and Chief Justice Len Goodman.

Dancing with the Stars - "episode 101" - In the first round of competition, each couple demonstrated how well their training and practice went by performing a choreographed cha cha cha routine or waltz. This Latin style of dance (Cha Cha Cha) allowed the female professional dancers, Edita, Charlotte and Ashley, to lead their celebrity dance partners, Evander, John and Joey. In the ballroom style (waltz), the male professional dancers, Lewis, Jonathan and Alec, led their partners, Trista, Rachel and Kelly. "dancing with the stars" Started on Wednesday, June 1© Getty Images

dance across the pond

Just a year later, she was recruited to join Lane and Carrie Ann Inaba in the American version. strictly, dancing with the stars

Dancing with the Stars: Athletes - "episode 2604" - After three weeks of amazing competitive dancing, the final three couples advance to the finals "Dancing with the Stars: Athletes," On Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images Television Network. Carrie Ann Inaba, Lane Goodman, Bruno Tonioli© Getty Images

moving on

At this point, in 2018, his tenure strictly Started closing. Due to their increasing commitments dwtsHe exited the BBC show in 2019, with Anton du Beke announced as his replacement in 2022

Dancing with the Stars - "2020 premiere" , "dancing with the stars" is back and better than ever with a fresh, well-known and energetic cast of 15 celebrities who are ready to add some glitter to their wardrobe and change up their dancing shoes. The competition begins with a two-hour season premiere live on ABC. bruno tonioli© Getty Images

New look!

he came back dwts In 2020 Ballroom sports a brand new look, trading his signature jet black for Foxy Silver, and bringing a new level of excitement to his judging style.

Dancing with the Stars - "Prince Knight (semi-finals)" - The ballroom is going purple this week "dancing with the stars" Paying tribute to one of music's greatest icons, Prince. Packed with unforgettable performances, each couple will perform two dances to some of Prince's most iconic hits. bruno tonioli© Getty Images

now bruno

Pictured here hosting the latest season of dwtsBruno is in the prime of his life, as beloved as ever as a judge. It is not yet confirmed whether the show has been renewed for a 35th season or not

bruno tonioli on "dancing with the stars"© Getty Images

Who is Bruno’s partner?

He may be an open book in the ballroom, but when it comes to his personal life, Bruno keeps his cards closed. She is not married, but has reportedly been in a relationship with Jason Shane since 2010, with the two reportedly even hosting a commitment ceremony in 2012.



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