No Finish Line

Name: No Finish Line
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760687373
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By Johnny Ruffo

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No Finish Line by Johnny Ruffo is an inspiring memoir that delves into the life of the Australian singer, actor, and TV personality. The book explores his rise to fame, his struggles with an unexpected brain cancer diagnosis, and his journey through challenges. It highlights resilience, hope, and the power of determination in the face of adversity.
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This book may appeal to those who are inspired by stories of resilience and perseverance. You might enjoy diving into Johnny Ruffo's journey, navigating the triumphs and trials of his career while facing profound personal challenges. Fans of heartfelt, real-life narratives that showcase the power of courage and optimism will likely find this memoir deeply moving and motivating.

No Finish Line

A rags-to-riches memoir of a cheeky tradie who stole Australia's hearts on The X Factor and Home and Away, then faced the biggest battle of his life: brain cancer.

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Johnny Ruffo came to Australia's attention when he entered The X Factor in 2011. A concreter with a cheeky smile and long-held passion for music, he won millions of hearts and eventually placed third. Sony Music rushed to sign him up, and he was offered a guest spot on Australia's favourite soap, Home and Away, which turned into a three-year role.

But the sudden rise to fame took its toll. Johnny found it hard to resist the weekend-long parties, drugs, alcohol, and fair-weather friends that came with the territory. He had started suffering from severe headaches when his girlfriend, Tahnee, noticed something was also wrong with his speech.

Johnny was rushed to hospital, where doctors prepped him for immediate surgery to deal with a 7-centimetre-long tumour. Johnny was ultimately diagnosed with a rare brain cancer, with which—despite a period of remission—he still battles today. But in a strange way, Johnny thinks the cancer actually saved his life.

This is the captivating story of his journey, as detailed in No Finish Line.

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No Finish Line by Johnny Ruffo is praised for its heartfelt and candid narrative, offering readers an inspiring glimpse into his journey battling cancer alongside his career in music and television. The memoir is lauded for its honest depiction of resilience, hope, and the power of a positive mindset, making it a compelling read for those interested in personal triumph over adversity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760687373

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Echo Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 324g

Collections

Biography & Memoir Johnny Ruffo Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Singer, actor, dancer, presenter, there really is nothing Western Australian-born Johnny Ruffo can't do.

In 2011 Johnny was a finalist on The X Factor Australia; in 2012 he won Dancing with the Stars; and in 2013 he arrived in Summer Bay as Chris Harrington, appearing as a regular in Home and Away until 2016. 2017 saw Johnny star in the Channel Nine miniseries House of Bond, and in 2020 he appeared in Neighbours as Owen Campbell. Johnny has supported global pop sensations One Direction, Backstreet Boys and New Kids on the Block on their Australian tours.

In 2018 he was the ambassador for Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation. Johnny is also an ongoing ambassador for Save Our Sons, a charity supporting Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy - and for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation, which is very close to his heart.