Danilo acquisto biography of william

The Socialite’s Chia Kougianos chats to Danilo about life on set of Afternoon Express, his career goals and favourite moments on set next…

You may remember Danilo Acquisto as one of the winners of the Presenter Search on 3.

But before he gets down to his presenting duties, we interview the presenter about being on Afternoon Express as he joins Bonang, Jeannie D and Bonnie Mbuli on the small screen.

1. Can you tell us a bit about your family and growing up?

I grew up in a relatively small family, given our Italian and Catholic heritage.

I have an older brother by two years and my parents are still very happily married. Growing up I never quite fitted in.

Danilo acquisto biography of william

I had diverse interests and was diagnosed with ADD and put on Ritalin. It seemed there wasn’t ever a clear space for me and I did everything in my capacity to try and break out of the moulds I felt were set for everyone around me.

Generally speaking, though, I was a very happy kid. I loved people and the arts.