Thomas Rooney
Stripping Away the Illusions: Tom Rooney's Real Story
Tom Rooney is a former professional headline performer, author, and the Founder/CEO of Muscle Trading Ltd, a stock trading and financial market education business.
After losing a successful online marketing business, and with no options left on the table Tom was forced to make a decision for himself and his disabled mother and sister. That decision would ultimately force him into an introspective odyssey to which he would never look at life, relationships, or himself the same way ever again.
Between 2007 and 2017, Rooney had a distinguished career as a professional stage performer. He was a headline male revue performer with the highly popular Canadian Storm Male Revue, where he not only performed but also played roles in artistic and creative direction, choreography, talent scouting, and management.
Rooney's solo performances, as well as his involvement with the troupe; had him performing at large venues and participating in touring shows, which were often held in major Canadian cities. The group's performances typically combined dance routines with audience interaction, designed to entertain and captivate female fans.
His accolades in this field include:
• 6-time Mr. Entertain-Her Canada
• 6-time Mr. Male-Revue Toronto
• 4-time King of the "Strip" Montreal
• 3-time Canadian Hunk O'Mania Top Male Model
His headlining roles, frequent appearances at major venues, and multiple awards - including being dubbed as “Canada’s Number 1 Male Revue Performer”, demonstrate that he was a highly sought-after performer and widely recognized within the industry.
Literary Work:
Rooney is the author of Confessions of a Male Exotic Dancer: A 21st Century Truth About Life and Love, a memoir that offers an inside look into the world of male revue entertainment. In this candid and sometimes provocative book, Rooney shares his experiences as a male exotic dancer, providing readers with personal stories and insights into the challenges and rewards of working in this industry.
Confessions of a Male Exotic Dancer is about more than just dancing—it's about the journey of self-discovery, the pursuit of authenticity, and the internal conflict that arises when one is constantly forced to wear a mask. Through his vulnerability and honesty, Rooney not only gives an insider's view of a world many may never see, but also offers valuable insights into what it means to be human in a society that often reduces people to mere images or roles.
Rooney doesn't just recount the highs and lows of his career, but also explores how this experience shaped his views of masculinity, self-worth, relationships, marriage, dating, and his outlook on life and the journey of success. His writing is candid and sometimes raw, offering unique perspectives from a man, who for nearly a decade, was at the top of a profession that is often glamorized or stigmatized.
Lasting Impact:
Tom Rooney's legacy is defined by his successful performing and entertainment career, his authorship, and his entrepreneurial achievements in financial education through his company Muscle Trading Ltd, His ability to persevere and overcome loss and adversity, and transition between such different fields, demonstrates his resilience, intelligence, and adaptability - leaving a lasting and inspirational impact on anyone who comes across his story.
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Stripping Away the Illusions: Tom Rooney's Real Story
Tom Rooney is a former professional headline performer, author, and the Founder/CEO of Muscle Trading Ltd, a stock trading and financial market education business.
After losing a successful online marketing business, and with no options left on the table Tom was forced to make a decision for himself and his disabled mother and sister. That decision would ultimately force him into an introspective odyssey to which he would never look at life, relationships, or himself the same way ever again.
Between 2007 and 2017, Rooney had a distinguished career as a professional stage performer. He was a headline male revue performer with the highly popular Canadian Storm Male Revue, where he not only performed but also played roles in artistic and creative direction, choreography, talent scouting, and management.
Rooney's solo performances, as well as his involvement with the troupe; had him performing at large venues and participating in touring shows, which were often held in major Canadian cities. The group's performances typically combined dance routines with audience interaction, designed to entertain and captivate female fans.
His accolades in this field include:
• 6-time Mr. Entertain-Her Canada
• 6-time Mr. Male-Revue Toronto
• 4-time King of the "Strip" Montreal
• 3-time Canadian Hunk O'Mania Top Male Model
His headlining roles, frequent appearances at major venues, and multiple awards - including being dubbed as “Canada’s Number 1 Male Revue Performer”, demonstrate that he was a highly sought-after performer and widely recognized within the industry.
Literary Work:
Rooney is the author of Confessions of a Male Exotic Dancer: A 21st Century Truth About Life and Love, a memoir that offers an inside look into the world of male revue entertainment. In this candid and sometimes provocative book, Rooney shares his experiences as a male exotic dancer, providing readers with personal stories and insights into the challenges and rewards of working in this industry.
Confessions of a Male Exotic Dancer is about more than just dancing—it's about the journey of self-discovery, the pursuit of authenticity, and the internal conflict that arises when one is constantly forced to wear a mask. Through his vulnerability and honesty, Rooney not only gives an insider's view of a world many may never see, but also offers valuable insights into what it means to be human in a society that often reduces people to mere images or roles.
Rooney doesn't just recount the highs and lows of his career, but also explores how this experience shaped his views of masculinity, self-worth, relationships, marriage, dating, and his outlook on life and the journey of success. His writing is candid and sometimes raw, offering unique perspectives from a man, who for nearly a decade, was at the top of a profession that is often glamorized or stigmatized.
Lasting Impact:
Tom Rooney's legacy is defined by his successful performing and entertainment career, his authorship, and his entrepreneurial achievements in financial education through his company Muscle Trading Ltd, His ability to persevere and overcome loss and adversity, and transition between such different fields, demonstrates his resilience, intelligence, and adaptability - leaving a lasting and inspirational impact on anyone who comes across his story.
www.lulu.com/spotlight/tomrooney
www.instagram.com/muscletrading/profilecard/?igsh=eTM5c3h...