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Em Rusciano
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Emelia Rachael Rusciano
Greensborough, Victoria, Australia
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| Nationality | Australian |
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| Years active | 2003–present |
| Known for | Rage and Rainbows stand-up special, 2021 The Masked Singer Runner Up, Presenting at the National Press Club, Emsolation podcast with Michael Lucas 2020-present |
| Spouse(s) | Scott Barrow |
| Children | 3 |
Emelia Rachael Rusciano is a well-known Australian comedian, podcaster, and entertainer. She also works as a television and radio presenter, singer-songwriter, and author.
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Early Life
Em Rusciano was born in Greensborough, Victoria, Australia. She grew up in nearby towns like Diamond Creek and Warrandyte. She went to Eltham College and Forest Hill College for her education.
Em Rusciano's Career Highlights
Em Rusciano has appeared on many popular Australian TV shows. These include All Star Family Feud, The Circle, The Project, Studio 10, and Hughesy, We Have a Problem.
Australian Idol
In 2004, Em Rusciano competed on the second season of Australian Idol. She showed off her singing talent and finished in ninth place in the competition.
Radio Work
Em Rusciano has had a successful career in radio.
- In 2009, she left the 92.9 breakfast show in Perth after working there for four years. She then moved back to Melbourne.
- From August 2012 to May 2013, she co-hosted a radio show called Mamamia Today. She worked alongside Dave Thornton on the Today Network.
- In June 2016, Em Rusciano joined the Hit Network. She hosted her own show, The Em Rusciano Show, on Sunday nights.
- In January 2017, she became one of the main hosts for 2Day FM's new breakfast show. She left the show in September 2018 because she was pregnant.
Comedy and Books
Em Rusciano is also known for her comedy and writing.
- In January 2016, she toured Australia with her stand-up comedy show. It was called Em Rusciano Is Not a Diva.
- She published her memoir, a book about her own life, on October 26, 2016. The book is titled Try Hard: Tales from the Life of a Needy Overachiever.
Recent Appearances
- In 2021, Em Rusciano appeared on season three of The Masked Singer Australia. She performed as the character “Dolly” and finished as the runner-up.
- In 2024, she was nominated for a special award. This was the AACTA Audience Choice Award for Favourite Media Personality.
Personal Life
Em Rusciano is married to Scott Barrow. They have three children together: two daughters and one son. In 2023, Em Rusciano shared that she was diagnosed with ADHD at age 42. She also learned she had autism in November 2022.
