Dan Cortese is a renowned television personality who catapulted to fame as the creator and host of the Emmy award-winning MTV Sports, where he conducted in-depth interviews with prominent figures in the sports and entertainment industries for six consecutive years. This remarkable stint was followed by his appearance in NBC's remake of the cult classic Route 66.
Cortese's subsequent projects include starring in the CBS drama Traps alongside Academy Award winner George C. Scott, and co-starring in the NBC sitcom Veronica's Closet opposite Emmy winner Kirstie Alley for three years. He then ventured into comedies, starring in Rock Me Baby for UPN and What I Like About You for the WB, alongside Jennie Garth.
Throughout his illustrious career, Cortese has made numerous television appearances, including memorable guest-starring roles on Seinfeld, Melrose Place, and Hot In Cleveland opposite the legendary Betty White. His impressive filmography also includes the made-for-television movies The Triangle for TBS and NBC's spin on the Shirley Jackson classic, The Lottery.
When not acting, Cortese has honed his hosting skills by starring in NBC's My Dad Is Better Than Your Dad, ABC's action-packed Crash Course, and the fun-filled Guinness World Records: Unleashed. In addition, he has added author to his repertoire by releasing his memoir, Step Off! My journey from 'imbo' to manhood, in the summer of 2020.
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Cortese is a proud alumnus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he played football for the Tarheels. He currently resides with his wife, Carolina, and their four children in Malibu, California.
