Raffaello Tonon Biography: Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, TV Shows, Films, Girlfriend, Religion

  Raffaello Tonon, nicknamed “Il Conte” for his elegant demeanor, is a beloved Italian television personality, radio host, and opinionista.

Discovered by Maurizio Costanzo, he won La Fattoria in 2005 and gained fame on Grande Fratello VIP 2. His witty commentary and deep voice make him a standout in Italy’s media landscape.

Profile

• Full Name: Raffaello Tonon
• Stage Name: Il Conte
• Born: October 20, 1979
• Age: 46 years old
• Birthplace: Milan, Italy
• Nationality: Italian
• Occupation: Television Personality, Radio Host, Opinionista, Actor
• Height: 165 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Tonon
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1 million

Early Life and Education

Raffaello Tonon was born on October 20, 1979, in Milan, Italy’s bustling fashion and cultural capital. He grew up with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tonon. His ethnicity is Italian, and his religion is likely Christianity. No information is available about his siblings, as he keeps his family life private.

He attended a local high school in Milan and enrolled at a university’s Faculty of Law, but left to pursue a career in television after being discovered by Maurizio Costanzo. His Milanese upbringing shaped his sophisticated yet approachable personality, setting the stage for his success in entertainment.

Career

Raffaello Tonon’s career began in 2004 when Maurizio Costanzo invited him as a regular guest on Maurizio Costanzo Show and Buona Domenica on Canale 5, recognizing his charisma. In 2005, he competed on La Fattoria (The Farm), winning with 79% of the public vote and earning the nickname “Il Conte” for his elegant contrast with other contestants.

In 2006, he debuted as an actor in the comedy film Eccezzziunale veramente – Capitolo secondo… me as Conte Erba, alongside Diego Abatantuono. That year, he returned to La Fattoria as an opinionista. In 2007, he co-hosted Sos Notte on Alice Home TV with Fanny Cadeo.

From 2008, he was a frequent opinionista on Pomeriggio Cinque with Barbara D’Urso and joined La Talpa (2008) and Ciao Darwin (2010) as team leader for “Nati Vecchi.” In 2011, he briefly served as Communications Assessor in Campobello di Mazara, Sicily, but was dismissed after 2 months for his absence.

In 2012, he appeared on Detto Fatto, and in 2017, he competed on Grande Fratello VIP 2, placing 6th after 78 days. Raffaello has hosted radio shows such as Pomeriggio Zeta and Proteina Zeta on RTL 102.5, and has co-hosted Password and Miseria e nobiltà with Conte Galè since 2019. In 2023, he worked as a waiter at Enio Ottaviani Winery in Rimini, showing his versatility. His engaging commentary keeps him a fixture in Italian media.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @raffaello_tonon

Personal Life

Raffaello Tonon, 46, is single and has no children. His height is 165 centimeters, complementing his refined, polished presence on screen. He lives in Milan, with occasional stays in Rimini for work. Raffaello was in a long-term relationship with Neapolitan singer Rossana Feola until their amicable split in 2016.

He has spoken openly about struggling with depression, which he managed with professional help, earning admiration for his honesty. Raffaello is close friends with Luca Onestini, a bond formed during Grande Fratello VIP 2.

He enjoys wine culture, as seen in his work at Enio Ottaviani Winery, and shares his TV appearances and personal reflections on Instagram, where he has thousands of followers. His reserved yet charming personality and resilience make him a beloved figure in Italy.

Net Worth

Raffaello Tonon’s net worth is estimated between $500,000 and $1 million. His income comes from his television appearances on Maurizio Costanzo Show, La Fattoria, and Grande Fratello VIP, as well as his radio hosting on RTL 102.5. He has also earned from acting in Eccezzziunale veramente – Capitolo secondo… me and teleshopping segments for Mediaset.

Filmography

• Eccezionale veramente – Capitolo secondo… me (2006) – Conte Erba (Film)
• La Fattoria (2005) – Contestant, Winner (TV Reality Show)
• La Talpa (2008) – Opinionista (TV Reality Show)
• Ciao Darwin (2010) – Team Leader, “Nati Vecchi” (TV Show)
• Detto Fatto (2012) – Guest (TV Show)
• Grande Fratello VIP 2 (2017) – Contestant, 6th Place (TV Reality Show)
• Soliti Ignoti (2021) – Contestant (TV Game Show)