Marco Robert Bjurström (born 31 May 1966 in

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) is a Finnish dance instructor, director, choreographer, television host, and news anchor. He is best known as the host of the television game show '' BumtsiBum!'' (1997–2005), which was ultimately based on the Irish '' The Lyrics Board'' and watched weekly by more than a million people. Bjurström has hosted several ceremonies, such as the election gathering of President of Finland

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. Bjurström has also directed the Finnish versions of three musical stage productions for the Peacock Theatre at

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– '' Grease'' (2002), ''

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'' (2003), and ''

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'' (2004). Bjurström also hosted the Finnish version of ''

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'' from 2006 to 2009 with Ella Kanninen (2006–2007), Vanessa Kurri (2008) and Vappu Pimiä (2009). In February 2010 it was announced that Bjurström will be replaced by actor Mikko Leppilampi as Bjurström will be the head judge of '' Dance Suomi'', the Finnish version of ''

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''. Bjurström was also seen during the pauses of the live '' Idols'' broadcasts. He has been awarded the best male TV performer Telvis four times: in 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000. His game show ''BumtsiBum!'' was also awarded three Venlas in 1997–1998. His spouse (male) is Peter Pihlström.

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