Famous Italian TV Presenters

Vote for Your Favourite Italian TV Presenters

Right IconThis ranking is based on an algorithm that combines various factors, including the votes of our users and search trends on the internet.

 1 
Jason Acuña
(Stunt performer, TV presenter)
Jason Acuña
2
Birthdate: May 16, 1973
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Pisa, Italy

Better known as Wee Man, the 4-foot American stunt man Jason Acuña is a professional skater and now a well-known TV personality. Suffering from a form of dwarfism called Achondroplasia, he uses a mini skateboard. Known for his appearance on Jackass, he now also owns an LA restaurant.

 2 
Adriano Zumbo
(Chef)
Adriano Zumbo
7
Birthdate: November 6, 1981
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Coonamble, New South Wales, Australia

Adriano Zumbo is an Australian television presenter and pastry chef. He is known for appearing as a guest on the TV show MasterChef Australia. He also hosts his own baking competition show Zumbo's Just Desserts and appears as a judge on Netflix's baking reality television series Sugar Rush. Thanks to his popularity, Zumbo has garnered several nicknames including Sweet Assassin.

 3 
Gabriele Corcos
(Italian Celebrity Cook, Entrepreneur and Television Personality)
Gabriele Corcos
2
Birthdate: October 7, 1972
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Fiesole, Italy

Gabriele Corcos is an Italian celebrity cook, entrepreneur, and TV personality. He hosts the TV show Extra Virgin on the Cooking Channel. He ventured into the culinary world totally by chance in the mid-2000s and has since become one of the best-known chefs in the world. He and his wife are involved with several anti-hunger charities. 

 4 
Raffaella Carra
(Singer)
Raffaella Carra
3
Birthdate: June 18, 1943
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Bologna, Italy
Died: July 5, 2021

Raffaella Carra was an Italian singer, television presenter, dancer, and actress. She achieved immense popularity across Europe and Latin America during the peak of her illustrious career. An icon of women's liberation, Raffaella Carra supported the LGBT movement and was honored at the 2017 World Pride Madrid with the Gay Icon award.

 5 
Federica Masolin
(Journalist)
Federica Masolin
5
Birthdate: May 7, 1985
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Milan, Italy

Federica Masolin is an Italian television presenter and sports journalist. She currently works for Sky Sport where she is the main presenter of the network's coverage of Formula One racing. Masolin has also covered other important sporting events like the 2011 Copa América, Games of the XXX Olympiad, and the 2014 Winter Olympics.

 6 
Gigliola Cinquetti
(Italian Singer, Songwriter and Television Presenter)
Gigliola Cinquetti
2
Birthdate: December 20, 1947
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Verona, Italy

Gigliola Cinquetti is an Italian actress, singer, songwriter, and television presenter. After winning the Sanremo Music Festival at the age of 16, Cinquetti went on to represent her country in the Eurovision Song Contest 1964. She became the youngest winner when she gave Italy its first victory in the event. Cinquetti returned to the contest in 1974 and finished second. 

 7 
Luisa Ranieri
(Actress, Television presenter)
Luisa Ranieri
2
Birthdate: December 16, 1973
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Naples, Italy

Luisa Ranieri is an Italian actress best known for her portrayal of American-born Greek singer Maria Callas in the 2005 TV film Callas e Onassis, which is the only movie ever made to exclusively depict the close friendship and emotional relationship between Maria Callas and Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis. Ranieri achieved international prominence after appearing in Letters to Juliet.

 8 
Gigi Proietti
(Actor)
Gigi Proietti
1
Birthdate: November 2, 1940
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Died: November 2, 2020

Gigi Proietti was an Italian actor, comedian, musician, and singer. He loved to sing from an early age and performed in nightclubs as a young man. He attended the University Theater Center and began his career as a theater actor. He soon branched out into movies as well and appeared in hit films like The Appointment and The Wedding. 

 9 
Maria De Filippi
(Television host)
Maria De Filippi
2
Birthdate: December 5, 1961
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Milan, Italy

Maria De Filippi is an Italian TV host who is often counted among the most popular presenters in Italian television. De Filippi currently runs the popular production company Fascino PGT, which was founded by her husband Maurizio Costanzo. Over the years, Maria De Filippi has won several Telegatto awards for her contribution to Italian television.

 10 
Maurizio Costanzo
(Television host)
Maurizio Costanzo
1
Birthdate: August 28, 1938
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rome, Italy

Maurizio Costanzo is an Italian journalist, television host, film director, and screenwriter. He has also contributed as a managing editor for the popular weekly women's magazine Grazia. Over the course of his career, Costanzo has hosted popular TV shows, such as Bontà loro and The Maurizio Costanzo Show. As a screenwriter, he has contributed to the success of many films.

 11 
Eva Henger
(Television Personality, Model, and Former Pornographic Actress)
Eva Henger
4
Birthdate: November 2, 1972
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Győr, Győr-Moson-Sopron, Hungary

After winning beauty pageants such as Miss Teen Hungary and Miss Alpeadria, blonde Hungarian beauty Eva Henger moved to Italy and became a hit porn star. She has previously been a handball player and is also trained in the piano. She is now married to producer Massimiliano Caroletti.

 12 
Ambra Angiolini
(Actress, Singer)
Ambra Angiolini
2
Birthdate: April 22, 1977
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Rome, Italy

Ambra Angiolini is an Italian TV host, actress, and singer. One of the most critically acclaimed actresses of her generation, Angiolini won several prestigious awards like the David di Donatello Award and the Nastro d'Argento for her portrayal of Roberta in her debut film Saturn in Opposition. Since then, Angiolini has played important roles in many films like The Choice.  

 13 
Giorgia Palmas
(Television personality)
Giorgia Palmas
3
Birthdate: March 5, 1982
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Cagliari, Italy

Giorgia Palmas is an Italian model and TV personality best known for her work in the popular television show Striscia la notizia. Palmas began her media career in 2000 when she took part in the Miss World pageant, where she lost in the final round to Miss India, Priyanka Chopra. Since then, Palmas has appeared in magazines and reality shows.

 14 
Elisa Isoardi
(Italian TV Host Isoardi Known for Her Game Show ‘La Prova Del Cuoco’)
Elisa Isoardi
2
Birthdate: December 27, 1982
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Cuneo, Piedmont

Elisa Isoardi first gained attention after winning the Miss Cinema title at the 2000 Miss Italia pageant. She later hosted shows such as Unomattina and Effetto Sabato. She has also previously dated Lega Nord leader and former Italian deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini, though they split later.

 15 
Luke Mockridge
(Comedian)
Luke Mockridge
1
Birthdate: March 21, 1989
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Bonn, Germany

Luke Mockridge is a television presenter and comedian best known for presenting the popular German TV program NightWash. Mockridge has also appeared in other TV shows like TV total and Quatsch Comedy Club. In 2013, he launched his own show titled Occupy School. In the same year, Mockridge was honored with the Best Newcomer Award at the German Comedy Awards.         

 16 
Claudio Amendola
(Actor)
Claudio Amendola
1
Birthdate: February 16, 1963
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Rome, Italy

Claudio Amendola is an Italian actor, director, and television presenter. Although he is best known for his portrayal of Angelo Mandolesi in the 1993 crime film The Escort, Amendola has achieved immense popularity as a television actor. Claudio Amendola, who has played important roles in comedies and drama films, is also known for his versatility.

 17 
Heather Parisi
(Dancer)
Heather Parisi
2
Birthdate: January 27, 1960
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Height: 5'4" (163 cm)
 18 
Francesco Facchinetti
(Disc jockey)
Francesco Facchinetti
1
Birthdate: May 2, 1980
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Milan, Italy
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 19 
Luca Barbareschi
(Film actor)
Luca Barbareschi
1
Birthdate: July 28, 1956
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Montevideo, Uruguay
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 20 
Lino Banfi
(Film actor)
Lino Banfi
1
Birthdate: July 9, 1936
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Andria, Italy
Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
 21 
Gerry Scotti
(Television presenter)
Gerry Scotti
2
Birthdate: August 7, 1956
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Miradolo Terme, Italy
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 22 
Fabrizio Frizzi
(Television presenter)
Fabrizio Frizzi
1
Birthdate: February 5, 1958
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Died: March 26, 2018

Fabrizio Frizzi was an Italian voice actor and television presenter best remembered for voicing Woody in the Italian version of the Toy Story series of films. Frizzi is also known for his work in television; throughout his career, he presented several variety shows, game shows, and talent shows across Italy. 

 23 
Alba Parietti
(Television presenter)
Alba Parietti
2
Birthdate: July 2, 1961
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Turin, Piedmont, Italy
 24 
Jenny Tamburi
(Actress, Television presenters)
Jenny Tamburi
2
Birthdate: November 27, 1952
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Died: March 1, 2006
 25 
Loretta Goggi
(Singer)
Loretta Goggi
2
Birthdate: September 29, 1950
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Rome, Lazio, Italy
 26 
Simona Ventura
(Television presenter)
Simona Ventura
2
Birthdate: April 1, 1965
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Bentivoglio, Italy
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 27 
Milly Carlucci
(Television presenter, Actress)
Milly Carlucci
2
Birthdate: October 1, 1954
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Sulmona, L'Aquila, Italy
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 28 
Afef Jnifen
(Model)
Afef Jnifen
3
Birthdate: November 3, 1963
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Ben Gardane, Tunisia
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 29 
Serena Rossi
(Actress)
Serena Rossi
2
Birthdate: August 31, 1985
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Naples, Campania, Italy
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
 30 
Enzo Ghinazzi
(Singer)
Enzo Ghinazzi
1
Birthdate: September 11, 1955
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Ponticino, Tuscany, Italy
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
 31 
Luciana Littizzetto
(Actress)
Luciana Littizzetto
2
Birthdate: October 29, 1964
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Turin, Piedmont, Italy
Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
 32 
Pippo Franco
(Comedian)
Pippo Franco
1
Birthdate: September 2, 1940
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
 33 
Teresa Mannino
(Comedian, Actress)
Teresa Mannino
2
Birthdate: November 23, 1970
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Palermo, Italy
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
 34 
Silvia Toffanin
(Television presenter)
Silvia Toffanin
1
Birthdate: October 26, 1979
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Bassano del Grappa, Italy
 35 
Sonia Grey
(Actress)
Sonia Grey
3
Birthdate: August 30, 1968
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rho, Lombardy, Italy
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 36 
Corrado Augias
(Journalist)
Corrado Augias
0
Birthdate: January 26, 1935
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
 37 
Giuseppe Fiorello
(Actor)
Giuseppe Fiorello
0
Birthdate: March 12, 1969
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Catania, Italy
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 38 
Fiammetta La Guidara
(Journalist)
Fiammetta La Guidara
2
Birthdate: September 29, 1970
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Died: February 23, 2021
 39 
Sammy Barbot
(Singer, Television presenter)
Sammy Barbot
0
Birthdate: September 1, 1954
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Martinique
 40 
Isa Bellini
(Actress)
Isa Bellini
8
Birthdate: June 19, 1922
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Mantua, Italy
Died: February 5, 2021