Being in relationship with Jason Schanne, Bruno Tonioli shares his experience about how being gay is difficult!

Updated On March 18, 2024 | Published By: raheen munnie | In Affair , Dating , Relationship

Jason Schanne is more famous for being in a happy relationship with Bruno Tonioli, the talented Italian choreographer and also a TV personality

His partner, Bruno Tonioli has shared his opinions on how he feels to live in a society as a gay. The choreographer has famously judged reality shows such as Dancing With The Stars and Strictly Come Dancing.

Let us know what has he said regarding the matter.

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Bruno Tonioli reveals his struggles

According to the famous choreographer, Bruno Tonioli, growing up in a Catholic household, his sexuality was never accepted.

In his recent interview, he said that some guys used to hang around the house and he never had a girlfriend. Because of this, his parents have to have known. He explained how he battled a lot of bullies growing up.

He revealed his story. Bruno said:

“It was frightening. I really WAS the only gay in the village. I was labelled ‘the queenie guy’ and ‘the queer’, which was the worst thing you could be told in Italy in those days.”

He added more by saying:

“I always danced very well, so the great-looking girls would dance around me. One night a bunch of lads got jealous about this. They shouted, ‘You poofter!’ and chased me from the club with a broken bottle, then pinned me up against a wall. I eventually chatted myself out of it with wit and imagination – but I was very lucky.”

More about Bruno Tonioli’s struggles

It is known by everyone that bullying is the thing that has taken over the world and to beat Bruno Tonioli made some changes.

He explains this in such words:

“I realised I had to reinvent myself. So I grew my hair, started smoking, always wore the latest gear and had the best-looking girls as my friends. I turned it to my advantage and became very popular, just by doing an act. So bullies no longer had any reason to attack me.”

According to Bruno Tonioli, if people admire you, you are less likely to be taken on by them. He said:

“Instead of being an object of derision, I was able to become an object of admiration. If there’s a gay, middle-aged man everybody will take the p*** out of him, yet if it’s Elton John everybody adores him. I think that’s cruel. Whatever people do in bed, it shouldn’t make a difference.”

Bruno Tonioli’s hidden talent

In addition to his talent as a dancer and judge, the fans revealed that he has a secret talent- singing. According to a fan, he sang during the final Strictly live tour of 2019 and said he was brilliant. Fans posted on social media,

“I was there last night! The whole cast were brilliant! Such an amazing show. And who knew Bruno could sing! Will definitely be getting tickets next year!”

Relationship of Jason Schanne and Bruno Tonioli

When Bruno Toni Olivia revealed that he is gay and is dating his boyfriend Jason Schanne, the news broke the heart of many of the ladies. Most of the ladies might have dreamt of being Bruno’s wife.

After the fourteenth season of the show, Dancing With The Stars, Bruno Tonioli had a commitment ceremony with his partner, Jason Schanne, and stars including Johnny Weir, Evan Lysacek, and Perez Hilton were in attendance.

The relationship status of the happy couple has been striking the minds of many fans of Bruno Tonioli. Many are curious about when is their wedding date. However, Bruno Tonioli seems to keep his details far from the eyes of the media.

The couple started dating each other in the year 2000.

Past relationship of Bruno Tonioli

Bruno Tonioli also opened up regarding his past relationships with a man named Paul. He said that in November 2005, Toniolo was together in a relationship with the man, Paul. He reportedly had been with Paul for a couple of decades. However, he said that he didn’t sleep in the same bed during their relationship.

He explained:

“I always sleep on my own since I can’t sleep with somebody else. Always separate bedrooms, bathrooms and closets. I’m very individual and I want my own space.”

Also read Who is Matt Steffanina dating? About this choreographer’s relationships, international career, and childhood!

Bruno mobbed by his fans on the beach

Bruno was on Barbados beach enjoying when his fans mobbed him for photographs and selfies with him. He was very keen on fulfilling his fans’ demands.

Who is Bruno Tonioli dating?

According to the sources, rumors were that Bruno is dating a 29-year-old, LA-based underwear and swimwear model, Matt Law. They were seen all over the place together and laughed so loud in the restaurants that they become noticeable.

The duo spent quality time together, however, when asked about their affair, Bruno denied it and said that they are just good friends, although he is very fond of Matt Law.

Short Bio on Bruno Tonioli

Bruno Tonioli is an Italian choreographer, dancer, and TV personality. Currently, he appears as a judge on the British television dance competition ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ and also on its American adaptation ‘Dancing with the Stars’ which airs on ABC TV in the US. More Bio…

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