Daniele Arbisi
Introducing Daniele - find out what Arlene and Bruno really think.
Daniele's Audition Dance
Daniele's Audition Song
Daniele: Said he couldn't dance, then did this!
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23-year-old Daniele Arbisi comes from Worthing in West Sussex, although his family originates from many different parts of the world. Daniele's father Enzio is Sicilian and his mother Anne is half English, half German. He's got three brothers - one of whom was fostered by the family from Somalia.
Daniele currently lives with his Aunt Joanna - who he says is like a mother to him - and his grandfather.
Before reaching the studio finals of DanceX, Daniele worked in a number of different jobs. He was a recruitment administrator, a customer tilling sales advisor and a salsa aerobics instructor, hoping for a role that would kick-start his performing arts career. In fact, Daniele had auditioned for Arlene before, for a part in the West End smash hit 'We Will Rock You' - she turned him down for looking too young!
Daniele decided to audition for DanceX because everything about him craves performance "My heart, feet and voice beat to the music... But most of all I want to do this for me - I deserve this opportunity - I have worked so hard to get to where I am today and I will not give up."
Daniele has double jointed shoulder blades and can do a great impression of both Kermit The Frog and DanceX judge Bruno Tonioli. Daniele has also been told that he has a similar bum to Jennifer Lopez and likes to shake it wherever possible!
Your comments
How do you think Daniele will get on in the competition? Use the form below to send us your comment and we'll publish the best ones on this page.
Tessa
Daniele you have inspired thousands of people and it's a shame you had to go but don't give up! You're an amazing singer and dancer and have managed to make me laugh smile and cry... we love you!!!
Gemma Craven
So sad to see you go i will miss u. I loved watching and it won't be the same without u. You are soooooo sexy. You rock Daniele. Hope u keep performing and good luck with the future! Gemma xxx
Jo
Daniele shouldn't have gone out he was the best boy in the show and not only is he good looking but he is an amazing dancer and singer!
Tara Howes
GUTTED he's gone! hes such a charmer! so fit!!
emily
i thought you were the best dancer in the show hope you keep dancing up and show everyone you're great
linziie
hey .. u shouldnt have gone out .. !!! you were clearly one of the best out there =[=[ and bruno's team is the best anyway !!!!!!!!!!!!
Meg
He shouldn't of been axed. He was a great dancer and singer. It wasn't fair that he left!
Carina
Looking forward to seeing you SHINE this Saturday. You have a great smile so USE IT. Dancing and singing not bad either !!!!
Laurel Donker
oh my god you little star you. i remember you practicing your moves when we were at college waiting on durrington train station. go for it hun, show em what worthing can produce
TJ
Loving his hip action. Was gobsmacked at last week being in bottom two. Good lkuck for this week. You go boy!!!
Tanya
Have been talking to my friends all week about you, and we all think you should never have been in the bottom 2. Bruno's team on stage got my vote. Shame about the team. You deserve more praise, you look good, sound good and I would love being your dance partner. GO FOR IT. PS. you have a great smile, can I see more?
Jackie
Give this boy a chance - lets hear about the good things going on - he dances beautifully and deserves to stay in the competition. Keep going and give him the good press he deserves!
*Elliot*
Hey, well done on saturday, you did so well to stay n the competition, keep p the hard work, put your all into every rehersal and performance, keep focused and show em what you got, got total faith that you can do this!! xxx
Sharday
Yess, Daniele is gorgeous ! Defently my fave, HE IS THE BEST ! Oh yeah and how sexy is his bum ?
Susie Q
I don't think that Daniele should have been in the dance off on Saturday - he was absolutely fab - it was so unfair. I think he was much better than Phoenix.
dizzy
same moves all the time, no good.
Marie
Wow!! Didn't you sing and dance well Saturday night!! Brilliant!! And most importantly ... what a professional in the way you conducted yourself. A real team player and sincere person. ..unlike someone else!!
Sally Wallbridge
Good luck Daniele! We always knew you had talent. Looking forward to seeing more of it on future shows.
Charlotte Gibbins
Dance like no ones watching you and go for it!Your hips definitely dont lie!Your a star!
Kat and Ellie
He seems a bit arrogant!
kacy k
you deserve to win daniele hope i don't see you in the bottom two next week.DANIELE 2 WIN!!!!
kool kat
Daniele i don't think you should have been in the bottom two because you performed brilliantly great job getting through try not to be in the bottom two next week.
Macy
Daniele is amazing! I couldn't keep my eyes off him on Saturday! He shouldn't have been in the last two! Not only is he gorgeous looking and a great mover, above all, he is a gentleman...and that could really be seen on Sat night. He put a certain other to shame.
Paulj
Try to keep your butt in m8, it looks like a ducks butt-(see you back in "Revenge"club Brighton soon)
Becca Phizacklea
Hips dont lie! Am routing for you all the way Daniele. Hope you have all the success you hope for and deserve! Good Luck xx
Jane Hoops
Can't imagine why you were in the bottom two this week. From where I was sitting you stood out not only with your dancing but also your singing.
Mike Gable
Watched the show last night. I thought Bruno's team was great. Daniele, you did not deserve to be in the bottom two. Love seeing you perform, would now like to see the other side of you off stage. Have fun on camera.
Heather
What a shame he's so arrogant! If it comes down to individual viewers votes then this is where he'll lose out!
ant
LOve the guy, keep his golden hips in.....HOT
Ben Luckhurst
He can dance, he can sing, hes got carisma, hes good lookin and he can shake his bum... Hes a winner!!!
craig
you have so much talent daniele. keep it up keep them little hip and sexy bum shakin for me please.... XXXX
Tiffany
Daniele is the best dancer and he deserves to stay in the show the whole way through!!!
cat from the netherlands
be a man and dance, no crying on stage,please be a meber of the group otherwise go home
Simon Parker
Go for it Daniele!! Your amazing mate. Always said we'd go out but i'm not dancing anyway near you as i'll be put to shame. Keep it up and I'll be watching to see you dance. x
Abbie (the sister!!!)
WOW!! omg im so proud of how well you're doing!! i watched you from my little caravan and you made me cry!!! you're completely the best in the competition and i wish you all the best for the rest of the show....I'll be watching you in the finals!!! WWOOOOP!!! go Daniele!! love you x x x x
Daniele's Father
Daniele, you have always worked hard for what you believe in. You like to speak his mind, and wear your feelings plain for all to see. For all that you are and all that you have achieved, we love you so very very much. Enjoy this wonderful experience. x x x
Phil Glew
go on daniele! so professional and talented! GO FOR IT!
Beth Thomas
You rock honey. Just to think only a couple of months ago we were sat on that stage in the Concorde2 singing the Beatles... and now look at you. I'm dead proud, and I feel priveleged to know you. xxx
Tamar
I think you are the dark horse in this competition... you get more fantastic every time I see you. I think Arlene hit the nail on the head when she said you OOZE sensuality! YOU DEFINATELY DO! P.s Laughed my head off at the 'Jlo' bum comment... ha ha ha! me too pal, me too!Tamar (Dance X)
Jackie Sprigge
Fantastic Fantastic Vote for Daniele
Holly (Worthing, West Sussex)
Keep shaking those hips Daniele! You were brilliant on sat night can't wait for next week. Mum and I are supporting you all the way xxx
Sian x
Cant wait to come and see you live on sat, especially condidering this weeks theme is your speciality. Love ya lots hun and missing you being around! Mwah, Sian xXx
Joyce and Chris
Daniele, we know how passionate you are in wanting to succeed and we will be right there supporting you to the end. Good luck xxxx
jolene from london
You are so talented i knew you could do well in theatre and dance! Keep moving those hips and i hope to see you at one of the live shows.
Alex Brown
We are all rooting for you down hear in Worthing!! Get those hips moving and make us proud boy!!
Sadie
Go bruv do Worthing Proud!!!!!!!
Gina & John
What a great little mover. Couldnt take my eyes off those hips(sorry John,looks like you dont have ALL the moves after all) If Daniele sings half as well as he dances, I'm sure he will get all the success he deserves. You've already got my vote!
Marcus, Canterbury
Hot. Daniele is a classic all-rounder, very dashing, and I'm glad he's on the better team... xx
Dave Whitmarsh (bournemouth)
You are gorgeous Dan...I 'm rooting for ya. Dave X x
The Packhams in Singapore
Way to go Daniele!! We wish you great success and hope that you blast the competion away.
Denise Hardy
Great stuff so far Daniele!!!Hope to see loads more of you on the show! Well done!
Kamanda Welsh
All my friends love you, you are such a great dancer. Your voice makes me melt.
Tilly
You've certainly come a long way from Liquid Lounge Daniele! Keep those hips shaking, Tilly xx
Gareth
Hope you do really well fella sure you will!!! you look great...the shows better then wehn you were doncein in my kitchen.x
Paul Gooch
What was the song Daniele performed to?
Taylor Family
Well done for an amazing performance,looking forward to Latin week! Show them how its done Daniele!xx
Rachel Apps
Good Luck! Hav an amazing time enjoy it and we will enjoy it even more! Bring on success, woop woop!x
daniele's foster brother - hamsa
daniele this your competition and you deserve to win this competition, it is been great to have you in my life, i can't wait to you see on the live show tommorow. we love u daniele.
Matt Crockett
All the best with the show Daniele - it was always great watching you in shows at college, and I know you'll do really well!!!
sara chisnall
I told you that next time I'd see you, you'd be on the telly!!So excited for you! I've cancelled all Saturday nights out for the next 6 weeks so you better behave and dance your sox off!!
Alison and Peter
Arbizi ! we know you will do well, see you on Saturday. Look out for all Reds. Lv from us both.
A Wixon
Those hips don't lie. Best of British to you daniele - looking forward to Saturday's show!
Auntie Joanna & Nonno xxx
Daniele has been entertaining us all his life! He has such drive, determination and passion and..believe me, the boy can move! We are all very proud of him and his friends and family in the UK, Sicily, Switzerland and the USA wish him every success. We love you lots and we are looking forward to seeing you this Saturday and at the finals! Un bacione, Auntie Joanna & Nonno xxx
vic- argh argh
To my oldest and dearest friend daniele. I'm sooo proud of you. You're a true talent and an amazing man. Your pre- raphaelite friend, Victoria xox
Babs
Daniele is my favourite of all the contestants to win! When he moves, he makes an old theatrical lady very happy! With just one shake he can break your heart!
Suzie Rallings
Daniele will rock the joint! Keep smiling Daniele and have fun - you will definately do well! Looking forward to seeing you dance on Saturday nights!!
Michelle from Brighton
I have not seen enough of you, but you have an interesting face which I am sure will light up on stage. I shall look out for you and am sure you will impress
John Howard
I remember seeing you in Brighton earlier in the year and loved your voice. I did not know that you could dance, so my wife and I will be watching out for you at the weekend. We both wish you well.
Viv Porter
I think Daniele is amazing!! He obviously loves to dance. He's got rhythm and music!! Daniele to win for me!!!
Anne K - not MuM!
Daniele you have always done your best in everything you do. I agree those hips are something else and your voice is amazing.Best of luck in the show, you deserve it, hope we manage to get tickets to come and cheer you on.
Laura & Michael
He's work so hard to get to where he is today.Shakira says "hips don't lie" well.... Daniele's hips say a WHOLE LOT MORE .... !GO Daniele we wish you the best of LUCK :0) xxx
Val & Joe
This is your time Daniele. We know what you can do - now go out and show the rest of the world! So very proud of you!
Val Stewart
Can't wait until Saturday to see him perform again. Have the time of your life Daniele!
sammie
Hey! auditioned with this guy in london.hes a gem, and very talented! behind you all the way! x
David Stubhill
Daniele reminds me of one of my favorite performers - Bruce Forsyth - ....an ALL ROUNDER!!! When I saw him dance whilst visiting London I was taken aback with his incredible hips!!! My wife was so exited she couldn't stop talking about it and is telling all her friends!!! I can't wait to see more! And before anyone else can, I claim to be his No.1 fan!! Bring on Saturday night!!!
Erika G
Daniele we think you are fantastic. Can't wait to see those hips. Go ! Go! Go! We know you can do this and you really deserve this chance.
Alex
This guy has so much talent - looking forward to seeing more of him!
Kris & Jeff
We've seen Daniele dance at many a family party (the Italians do know how to party!) and he is always great fun to watch. Looking forward to seeing him do his stuff on DanceX Best of luck Daniele xxx
Daniele,s mum - Anne
I think that Daniele is a brilliant singer/dancer, he lights up the stage. We love you Daniele, see you Saturday. x
Aunti Nicole
Go Daniele GoWell done Daniele this is your time, your chance. You can do it! We are all on your side and will vote for you. Lots of love Nicole, John and Jasmine xx
Kelly Dunne
Good Luck Daniele. Remember when I taught you the cha cha!!Have fun will be watching you xx
Briony Haworth
Good luck Daniele,Hope to see more of you on next weeks show!!!
Embassy CES!
Daniele is great, all at Embassy CES wish him the best of luck and hope that this gets him to where he wants to be. WE ALL LOVE YOU DANIELE!
Torz
I think Daniele is going to rock this competition! No one will be able to resist those snake hips!
Lucinda
I was sad not to see more about this young man on saturday's show as he was the one person that stood out to me when i saw the dance x team in london weeks ago, i have never seen my elderly mothers eyes light up as much as when his hips moved before. i truly hope he does well and stays in this show.
Dom Taylor
Hope to see more of him, and can wait to hear him sing. He seems cool and professional.
Susan Mulkern
If anyone deserves success, Daniele does! Go for it Daniele and enjoy every minute!
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