Carlo Conti Biography: Net Worth, Wife, Age, Parents, Children, Height, Family, Ethnicity

Biography

Carlo Conti (born March 13, 1961, in Florence, Italy) is a prominent Italian television presenter, radio host, and actor known for his enduring career with RAI, Italy’s national broadcaster.

Orphaned early after losing his father to lung cancer at 18 months, Conti was raised by his mother while studying accounting and working as a bank teller from 1981 to 1986.

He transitioned into entertainment through radio as a DJ and presenter, debuting on television in 1985 with the Rai 1 music show Discoring. Over four decades, Conti has hosted iconic programs including the quiz L’Eredità (2006–2018), the imitation talent show Tale e Quale Show, I Migliori Anni, Domenica In, and five editions of Miss Italia.

He served as artistic director and host of the prestigious Sanremo Music Festival in 2015–2017 and returned for the 2025 and 2026 editions. A devoted Roman Catholic and avid Fiorentina soccer fan, Conti married costume designer Francesca Vaccaro in 2012; they have a son, Matteo (born 2014).

In recognition of his contributions, he was appointed Cavaliere dell’Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana in 2003, and asteroid 78535 Carloconti was named in his honor in 2011.

Italian television presenter, radio host, and actor
Carlo Conti
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Carlo Natale Marino Conti
Stage Name:	Carlo Conti
Born:	13 March 1961 (age 64 years old)
Place of Birth:	Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Nationality:	Italian
Education:	Istituto tecnico commerciale a indirizzo mercantile “Emanuele Filiberto Duca d’Aosta”
Height:	1.75 m
Parents:	Giuseppe Conti, Lolette Conti
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Francesca Vaccaro (m. 2012)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Roberta Morise (2008-2011)
Children:	Matteo Conti
Occupation:	Actor • Media Personality
Net Worth:	$20 million-$25 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Carlo Natale Marino Conti was born on March 13, 1961, in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.

Of Italian ethnicity, he grew up in a modest household as an only child, with no siblings mentioned in biographical accounts.

His parents were Giuseppe Conti and Lolette Conti.

Tragically, his father died of lung cancer when Carlo was just 18 months old, leaving his mother to raise him single-handedly while working two jobs to support the family.

Conti was raised in the Roman Catholic faith by his mother, who instilled in him a “normal” belief in God, and he remains a devout Roman Catholic to this day.

For his education, he graduated in accountancy before entering the workforce as a bank teller, a position he held from 1981 to 1986.

This early period marked a transition from a stable but unfulfilling job to his passion for entertainment, beginning with radio DJ work and leading to his television career.

Career

Carlo Conti began his career in the late 1970s as a radio DJ on small Florentine stations like Radio Firenze Nova and Lady Radio, balancing his on-air work with a day job as a bank teller.

His television debut came in 1985 on Rai 1 with the youth music program Discoring. Throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, he refined his hosting style on regional and cable networks, fronting shows such as Vernice Fresca and Big! before breaking onto the national stage.

His major breakthrough arrived in 1996 with Aria fresca, a summer variety show that quickly became a ratings phenomenon. The success paved the way for a long line of prime-time hits on Rai 1, including I raccomandati (2003–2011), I migliori anni (2008–2017), and the hugely successful quiz show L’Eredità (2006–2018), which consistently ranked among Italy’s most-watched programs during his tenure.

Known for his calm, ironic Tuscan charm and his ability to connect with viewers of all ages, Conti became one of RAI’s most trusted and bankable presenters. Among his signature programs is Tale e Quale Show (2012–present), a celebrity imitation contest that remains a fixture of Italian Friday-night television. He has also hosted Domenica In (2019–2021) and several editions of Miss Italia.

Conti’s most prestigious role came in 2015, when he was appointed both artistic director and host of the Sanremo Music Festival—Italy’s most important televised event. He led Sanremo for three consecutive years (2015–2017), earning record ratings and widespread praise. After an eight-year break, he returned to direct and host the 2025 edition and is already confirmed for 2026.

Beyond hosting, he has appeared in films and television series such as Fratelli Benvenuti and I delitti del BarLume, produced shows through his company Kares Film, and continued to work in radio. With more than four decades in the entertainment industry, Carlo Conti remains one of Italy’s most enduring and beloved television personalities.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Carlo Conti
• Facebook: Carlo Conti (Official Page)
• IMDb: Carlo Conti
• Instagram: Carlo Conti (@carloconti.tv)

Personal Life

Carlo Conti was born on March 13, 1961, making him 64 years old.

He stands at a height of 1.75 meters (5 feet 9 inches).

Conti has been married once, to costume designer Francesca Vaccaro, with the wedding taking place on June 16, 2012, in Florence.

The couple met while working together on the RAI program, Domenica In, and their relationship evolved after a period of ups and downs before leading to marriage.

They have one child, a son named Matteo Conti, born on February 8, 2014.

Conti has emphasized the importance of family privacy, describing his wife and son as central to his life and a source of strength in his career.

In terms of dating history, Conti was previously in a notable relationship with Roberta Morise, a former Miss Calabria and television personality, from 2008 to 2011.

The couple met during his hosting of Miss Italia, but their romance ended amicably before he began dating Vaccaro. There are no publicly detailed accounts of other significant long-term relationships or ex-partners in his earlier life, as Conti has generally kept his personal affairs out of the spotlight.

Net Worth

Carlo Conti, the acclaimed Italian television presenter, has an estimated net worth of approximately $20 million to $25 million, with projections suggesting continued growth due to his ongoing high-profile roles.

This wealth primarily stems from his long-standing career with RAI, including an annual salary reportedly around €2 million, plus €500,000 per edition for directing and hosting the Sanremo Music Festival (which he is set to lead in 2025 and 2026).

Additional income comes from producing shows via his company, Kares Film, endorsements, and occasional acting gigs. Earlier estimates placed his net worth lower, between $1-5 million in 2020, reflecting his steady rise over four decades in entertainment.