Dio van Rooyen

* MH15
* MH2

## Season History

**Diorno "Dio" van Rooyen** was a contestant on *Mad House 2*, who later became the runner-up of *Mad House 15*.

## Personality

**Hometown:** New York City, New York
**Current City:** New York City, New York
**Occupation:** Professional Soccer Player at NYC FC
**Three adjectives that describe you:** Open, Clumsy, and Convincing
**Why do you think you got picked for The Mad House?**
Probably because of my name. I get asked for game shows more often, actually. I don't mind that at all, to be honest. My looks might have helped, but to stay positive it might be because of my charming smile and upbeat personality.
**What do you think will be the most difficult part of living in The Mad House?**
Staying on everyone's good side. It'll be hard to not have any tension around the house. I tend to be rather direct... words leave my mouth and only after that I can hear how stupid it sounds. It’s something I have to work on.
**Do you have a strategy for winning the game?**
Not really, I uh... I didn't think this far ahead. For now I say... win every challenge! I am rather competitive and I can tell you, motivation brings you the furthest.

**What is one thing that you want the other contestants to know about you and one thing that you want to hide? Why?**
I think that they should know that I am not here to gain fame. I am just here to have fun and make new pals. Something I DON'T want them to know about? Teen life. I wasn't the nicest kid…
**What are three things you would take into the house with you and why?**
Well of course a soccer ball! I can't go without one. Hope some guys play it as well. Also it would be fun to bring my PS4, because nothing bonds people better than gaming. Finally, I would bring my MP3 player. If I can’t sleep then my baby is the solution.
**What are some of your favorite activities?**
Obviously, love soccer, but aside from that I freaking love karaoke. Also I love playing video games and even board games. I suck at strategic board games though, I'm not really the 'strategy' guy.
**What do you think of drama?**
As long as I'm not in the middle of it, I can handle it! I admit it's fun to see drama happening, it's basically a soap in real life. If I would be involved it'll be hella messy I can tell you that… heh... Messi.
**Would you be in a showmance?**
Absolutely not. I'm dating my girl Juani and I wouldn't trade that for anything, not even a hot babe… Wait-
**Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is...** enjoy life, and make sure to leave something memorable behind.
**What do you hope to get out of this experience?**
Meet some new people who actually want to get to know me for ME, not for my name as an athlete.

## The Mad House 2

### HOH History

 **Evicted**

 **SPOP**

## Audition Tape

First we see Dio and his soccer team getting ready for a match. The national anthem starts playing, and the camera focuses on Dio. The image freezes and zooms in on his face (way too close). The image goes static, and next we see the soccer team sitting in a locker room.
“Heyo! We’re the NYCFC soccer team and we’re here to audition FOR someone.” They all nod, and some simply grin. ‘It’s all about our man DIO today!”

The image goes static again. Next fragment is a video of Dio climbing up a tree to rescue a cat, and ‘aww’s are heard in the background. After that is a fragment of Dio tripping over one of his teammates during a game where said teammate was tying his shoelaces, obviously blooper material. Then there is one of his interviews with the press, with him looking awkward as ever.

“See? Dio is your man! He’s funny, he’s interesting, he’s awkward aka double funny, and he’s an idiot. A kind idiot though. We all guarantee you, he WILL get into trouble. So pick him, you won’t regret it!” stifled laughter is heard after the last sentence, and the video ends.

## Trivia

* Dio is the first HA to nominate four different people in a single HA reign.