Mike Bongiorno date of birth:
May 26, 1924
How old was Mike Bongiorno when died?
85
Where was Mike Bongiorno born?
New York City, New York, United States
When did Mike Bongiorno die?
September 8, 2009
How tall is Mike Bongiorno?
5' 8½" (174 cm)
What is Mike Bongiorno nationality?
Italian
What is Mike Bongiorno's occupation?
Presenter
Short Biography
Michael Nicholas Salvatore Bongiorno (New York, May 26, 1924 – Monte Carlo, September 8, 2009), known as Mike Bongiorno, was an Italian television host. After a few experiences in the US, he started working on Italian TV 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!).