Vincent J. Guadagnino[5] (/ˌɡwɑːdəˈniːnoʊ/ GWAH-də-NEE-noh, Italian: [ɡwadaɲˈɲiːno]; born November 11, 1987)[5] is an American reality television personality, best known for being a cast member on MTV's Jersey Shore.

Guadagnino was born and raised in Emerson Hill, Staten Island, New York,[6][7] and comes from a traditional Italian-American family.

He later studied at SUNY New Paltz before transferring to the College of Staten Island, graduating with a degree in political science.

[13] Starting in April 2019, Guadagnino has been starring alongside Pauly D in a Double Shot at Love on MTV.

[14][15] On April 26, 2019, he started a month long residency performing as guest host in Chippendales at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

[citation needed] Guadagnino also co-authored a book with Samantha Rose entitled Control The Crazy: My Plan To Stop Stressing, Avoid Drama, and Maintain Inner Cool.