Michelle Hunziker Height, Weight, Age, Husband, Kids, Family, Biography & More
Michelle Hunziker is a Swiss-Italian television presenter, actress, singer, and former model who has become one of the most popular and versatile celebrities in Italy and across Europe. She has hosted numerous successful shows, starred in several movies, released an album, and graced the covers of many magazines. She is also a mother of three daughters and a philanthropist who supports various causes.
Michelle Hunziker Wiki/Bio
| Name | Michelle Yvonne Hunziker |
|---|---|
| Birth date | 24 January 1977 |
| Birthplace | Sorengo, Lugano, Switzerland |
| Citizenship | Swiss and Italian |
| Occupation | Television presenter, actress, singer, and former model |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Spouses | Eros Ramazzotti (m. 1998; div. 2002) Tomaso Trussardi (m. 2014; div. 2022) |
| Children | Aurora Ramazzotti (b. 1996) Sole Trussardi (b. 2013) Celeste Trussardi (b. 2015) |
| Ethnicity | Swiss-German and Dutch |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Languages | Swiss German, Italian, French, English, and Dutch |
Parents, Siblings, Birthday
Michelle Yvonne Hunziker was born on January 24, 1977 (age: 46 years, as of 2023), in Sorengo, Lugano, in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Her father, Rudolf Hunziker, was a Swiss-German painter and hotel manager, and her mother, Ineke, was a Dutch woman. She was an only child and grew up in a multicultural environment. She speaks five languages: Swiss German, Italian, French, English, and Dutch.
When she was six, her family moved to Ostermundigen, a suburb of Bern in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, where she attended elementary school. Later, her parents divorced and she moved with her mother to Solothurn. She developed an interest in modeling and fashion from a young age and decided to pursue her dream in Milan, the fashion capital of Italy.
At the age of 17, she was discovered by Riccardo Gay, a renowned agent who helped her land modeling contracts with international brands such as Armani, Rocco Barocco, La Perla, Colmar, Fuerte Ventura, Lovable, and Swish. She became a successful lingerie and bikini model and appeared in various campaigns, catalogs, and commercials. She also posed for the covers of magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Vanity Fair, Elle, and GQ.
Television and Film Career
Michelle Hunziker outgoing personality and flawless beauty caught the attention of an Italian TV producer who offered her a chance to become a television presenter. She accepted the opportunity and made her debut in 1996, co-hosting the Rai Uno show I Cervelloni with Paolo Bonolis. The same year, she also hosted the prime-time comedy show Paperissima Sprint on Canale 5 with Gabibbo, a popular puppet character.
- In 1997, Michelle Hunziker hosted the afternoon show Colpo di Fulmine on Italia 1, where she helped couples find love. She also enrolled in the professional academy Music Art & Show in Milan, where she studied singing, dancing, and acting with her choreographer Susanna Beltrami.
- In 1998, she made her acting debut in the Italian miniseries La Forza dell’Amore on Canale 5, playing the role of Barbara. She also starred in her first movie, Fammi stare sotto al letto, a comedy directed by Bruno Colella. The following year, she appeared in the documentary The Protagonist, directed by Luca Guadagnino, and in another movie, Alex l’Ariete, where she acted alongside former skiing star Alberto Tomba.
- Hunziker continued to host various shows on Italian television, such as La festa del Disco on Canale 5 with Pippo Baudo, Nonsolomoda on Canale 5, where she reported about fashion and lifestyle, and Cinderella on TV3, where she gave makeovers to celebrities and viewers. She also hosted the Italian version of Love Letters on Rai Uno and the Swiss version of Wetten, dass…? on SF1.
- In 2002, Hunziker moved to Germany, where she became the co-host of the popular show Deutschland sucht den Superstar, the German version of Pop Idol, on RTL. She also hosted other shows on German television, such as Michael Jackson & Friends, Wetten, dass…?, Die 100.000 Mark Show, and Let’s Dance.
- In 2006, she returned to Italy and hosted the talent show Music Farm on Rai Due. She also resumed her acting career and starred in the movies Natale a Miami, Natale a New York, and Natale in crociera, directed by Neri Parenti. She also appeared in the TV movie Christmas in Beverly Hills, directed by Neri Parenti, and in the sitcom Love Bugs 2 on Italia 1.
- In 2007, she hosted the Sanremo Music Festival on Rai Uno, along with Pippo Baudo and Piero Chiambretti. She also hosted the Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing, Ballando con le stelle, on Rai Uno, and the Italian version of The X Factor, on Rai Due.
- In 2009, Hunziker hosted the show Striscia la notizia on Canale 5, along with Ezio Greggio. She also starred in the movie Natale a Rio, directed by Neri Parenti, and in the TV movie A spasso nel tempo, directed by Carlo Vanzina.
- In 2010, she hosted the show Zelig on Canale 5, along with Claudio Bisio and Vanessa Incontrada. She also starred in the movie Natale in Sudafrica, directed by Neri Parenti, and in the TV movie La donna della domenica, directed by Giulio Base.
- In 2011, she hosted the show Paperissima on Canale 5, along with Gerry Scotti. She also starred in the movie Natale a 4 zampe, directed by Paolo Costella, and in the TV movie Il più bel giorno della mia vita, directed by Cristina Comencini.
- In 2012, she hosted the show Italia’s Got Talent on Canale 5, along with Gerry Scotti and Rudy Zerbi. She also starred in the movie Natale a Cortina, directed by Neri Parenti, and in the TV movie Il tempo del coraggio e dell’amore, directed by Giorgio Serafini.
Eros Ramazzotti: A Fairy Tale Gone Wrong
Michelle Hunziker met Eros Ramazzotti, the famous Italian singer when she was 18 years old and he was 32. They fell in love at first sight and soon became one of the most glamorous couples in showbiz. In 1996, they welcomed their first and only daughter, Aurora Sophie Ramazzotti, also known as Aurora Ramazzotti. Two years later, they tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Milan.
However, their fairy tale did not last long. In 2002, they announced their separation, amid rumors of infidelity, jealousy, and incompatibility. They officially divorced in 2009, after a long and bitter legal battle over the custody and alimony of their daughter. She later revealed that she suffered from depression and anorexia during this period and that she was manipulated by a cult that tried to isolate her from her family and friends.
Despite their painful breakup, She and Ramazzotti managed to maintain a cordial relationship for the sake of their daughter, who followed in her mother’s footsteps and became a television presenter and actress. She also supported Ramazzotti when he remarried and had two more children with his second wife, Marica Pellegrinelli.
Tomaso Trussardi: A Second Chance at Love
In 2011, Michelle Hunziker found love again with Tomaso Trussardi, the heir of the famous Italian fashion house Trussardi. They met through mutual friends and hit it off right away. They moved in together in Milan and soon expanded their family. In 2013, they had their first daughter, Sole Trussardi, and in 2015, they had their second daughter, Celeste Trussardi.
In 2014, they exchanged vows in a romantic wedding in Bergamo, attended by their close relatives and friends. Hunziker wore a stunning white lace gown designed by Trussardi himself, while he opted for a classic black suit. They looked happy and in love, as they celebrated their union with a lavish reception at the Villa Trussardi.
However, their marriage was not as smooth as it seemed. In 2022, they announced their separation, after almost seven years of marriage. They did not reveal the reasons behind their decision, but they stated that they would remain friends and co-parents of their daughters. They also asked for respect and privacy from the media and the public.
Alessandro Carollo: A New Beginning
In 2023, Michelle Hunziker surprised everyone by confirming her relationship with Alessandro Carollo, a renowned physiotherapist and osteopath who works with many celebrities. They made their first public appearance together in October 2023, riding a motorcycle in Abruzzo. They also spent a romantic weekend in Milan and Lake Lugano, sharing moments of love and relaxation.
Hunziker officially announced her new romance on her Instagram story, where she posted a picture of herself and Carollo kissing, with the caption: “I love you”. Carollo, 41, is a highly respected professional in his field, with degrees in Motor Sciences and Physiotherapy. He is also a founder of the European Academy of Osteopathy and the Osteopathic Institute.
Hunziker seems to be very happy and in love with her new partner, who also gets along well with her daughters. She devotes all her free time to her family and Carollo, with whom she shares exciting experiences, such as indoor skydiving and dining in a home restaurant in the hills of Piacenza. She also supports him in his work, as she recently accompanied him to a conference in Rome, where he was a speaker.
Height, Weight
- Height: 5 ft 7 in / 170 cm
- Weight: 126 lb / 57 kg
- Eye color: Blue
- Body measurements: 33-24-35 in / 86-63-91 cm
- Skin color: Fair
- Hair color: Blonde
- Shoe size: 7 US / 37.5 EU
Net Worth
| Year | Net Worth |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $25 million |
| 2022 | $23 million |
| 2023 | $22 million |
