Tony Pirata was born in Portugal and grew up in Lisbon. At the age of 14, he came to France with his parents, who are Cape Verdean. Today, Tony is seen as a „reference“ of Kizomba in France. He invented his own style, adding his own technique to the standards of Kizomba. He improved himself by giving Kizomba classes everywhere in Paris and in the provinces.

In 2010, he became French champion in Kizomba and third in the European Championships. For 15 years now he is dancing and for 12 years teaching Kizomba. He has also developed a passion for singing – in July 2010, he had a big success with BUE GOSTA.