Mike Bongiorno
(1924-2009)
American-born Italian television host
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Michael Nicholas Salvatore Bongiorno (May 26, 1924 – September 8, 2009) was an American Italian television presenter. After a few experiences in the U.S., he started working on RAI in the 1950s and was considered to be the most popular host in Italy. He was also known by the nickname il Re del Quiz ('The Quiz King'), and the peculiarity of starting all his shows with his trademark greeting: Allegria! ('Cheers!', 'Joy!').
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Michael Nicholas Salvatore Bongiorno 26 May 1924 New York City, New York, United States
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| Died |
8 September 2009 (aged 85) Monte Carlo, Monaco
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| Zodiac | Gemini |
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Michele Pietro Filippo 1st child with Daniela Zuccoli Male b. 21 Aug 1972 · Age: 53 · 1972- · Celebrity Baby
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