Vinnie Tortorich

Vinnie Tortorich (born September 27, 1962), is an author, radio host, fitness trainer, and model based in Beverly Hills, California.

His career began in New Orleans, Louisiana after he graduated from Tulane University, where he studied on a football scholarship. He was a star athlete at Ascension Catholic High School in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. He became a fitness trainer while living in New Orleans, and hosted a radio show on WWWL. He also worked at Newman High School in New Orleans where Archie Manning's sons attended.

Diagnosed with leukemia in July 2007, he continued to train for marathon cycling events. After the cancer went into remission, he raised money for less-fortunate patients through the non-profit organization Maximum Hope Foundation, which counts celebrities like Brad Garrett and Michael Chiklis as supporters. He participated in the Furnace Creek 508 webcast, produced by AdventureCORPS, Inc. His story has been featured in several publications, including Westside Today, The Signal, and The Acorn.

References

• Cyclist races 508 miles to make a difference - The Signal
• Maximum Hope Foundation - Maximum Hope Foundation
• The Acorn
• Westside Today
• Monty - Sunrise Stables
• Furnace Creek 508