Everything to Know About Amanda Kloots' Broadway Star Husband (Including His Tragic Death)
During the semi-finals on Dancing with the Stars, Amanda Kloots dedicated her freestyle dance, a rendition of Coldplay's "A Sky Full of Stars," to her late husband, Nick Cordero. It was a beautiful tribute to the overwhelming grief the Broadway performer and co-host of The Talk faced in his passing in 2020.
Here's everything to know about Amanda Kloots' late husband.
Who is Amanda Kloots?
Amanda Kloots is a bestselling author, Broadway actress, fitness instructor and co-host of The Talk. A former Broadway dancer and Radio City Rockette, Kloots has performed on a variety of stage, film and TV productions for over 17 years. A proud Ohio native, Kloots currently lives in Los Angeles.
Who is Amanda Kloots' husband?
Amanda Kloots was married to Nick Cordero.
Who is Nick Cordero?
While Amanda has lit up screens as of late, Nick was not one to lay in the shadows. The Canadian was most well-known for his roles on stage. Highlights include gangster Cheech in Bullets Over Broadway, the main character in A Bronx Tale (played in the source film by Robert DeNiro), the title role in The Toxic Avenger, and villainous Earl in Waitress.
Cordero had a smattering of appearances on television. Most notably, he recurred in three episodes of Blue Bloods. His final role was on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
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Was Nick Cordero nominated for any awards?
Yes! His performance in Bullets Over Broadway went over like gangbusters. He earned both Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations for the role, and won both a Theatre World Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award. His part in A Bronx Tale also got some buzz, earning him Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations in 2017.
Watch Nick Cordero perform at the Tony Awards
How did Amanda Kloots and Nick Cordero meet?
We can thank Bullets Over Broadway for that! Amanda appeared in the ensemble of the musical while Nick was making his star turn.
Who was Amanda Kloots' first husband?
Amanda Kloots was married to actor David Larsen for six years. They were in the process of getting divorced when she met Nick Cordero and fell head over heels.
Who is Amanda Kloots dating now?
Amanda Kloots revealed in July 2021 that she had started dating again, but did not comment on whether she was in a relationship at that point.
"Both of my husbands I met doing Broadway shows. We became friends first, then we got married. I've never actually had to date," Kloots told ET. "I just started dating again and it is so crazy to be dating for the first time at 39 years old."
Is Amanda Kloots dating Alan Bersten?
Every season of Dancing with the Stars is filled with rumors of romantic relationships between stars and pro partners. With the hours and hours spent together in rehearsal, it's easy to see how dance partners could morph into something more. That's not the case so far for Amanda Kloots and Alan Bersten. Kloots has shut down speculation that she and pro partner Alan Bersten are dating.
“We are best friends,” she told Us. “We work through everything together because we know … we have to be together in order to take this thing home.”
Is Alan Bersten married?
Alan Bersten is not married. At this point, he's available.
When did Amanda Kloots and Nick Cordero get married?
The two tied the knot in a formal ceremony on September 3, 2017.
Did Amanda Kloots and Nick Cordero have any children together?
Yes. On June 10, 2019, Amanda gave birth to Elvis Eduardo Cordero.
How did Nick Cordero die?
Nick Cordero was one of the initial famous faces who was diagnosed with COVID-19 in March 2020. The illness put him on critical condition in a ventilator and even ended up amputating his leg due to blood clots. By the end of his life, he has been afflicted with pulmonary fibrosis and major lung scarring.
When did Nick Cordero die?
On July 5, 2020, after 95 days in the hospital, Nick Cordero tragically passed away. He was 41 at the time.
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