Date of Birth: June 5, 1976
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Joe Gatto, born Joseph Anthony Gatto Jr., is a renowned American comedian, actor, and producer best known for being one of the founding members of the comedy troupe The Tenderloins and a star on the hit television series “Impractical Jokers.” Joe Gatto was born and raised in Staten Island, New York, where he attended Monsignor Farrell High School. He later earned a degree in Accounting from Long Island University. Gatto, along with high school friends James Murray, Brian Quinn, and Sal Vulcano, formed The Tenderloins in 1999. The group gained popularity through comedy sketches, improv, and, eventually, their TV show “Impractical Jokers,” which premiered on TruTV in December 2011. The show features the four friends challenging each other to perform outrageous public pranks. Joe is admired for his quick wit, fearless comedic style, and affable personality. He has also been actively involved in charitable work, particularly focusing on animal rescues and adoption. Joe often uses his platform to promote awareness about the importance of pet adoption.
5 Interesting Facts about Joe Gatto
1. Joe Gatto is a huge animal lover and has adopted multiple rescue dogs.
2. He is a trained accountant and worked in the field before his comedy career took off.
3. Joe Gatto’s parents are of Italian descent, and he is very proud of his heritage.
4. He co-authored a book with the other members of The Tenderloins titled “Impractical Jokers: The Book.”
5. Joe Gatto announced his departure from “Impractical Jokers” in December 2021 to focus on his family.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joe Gatto
1. “Comedy is just a way of life for us. We always try to make each other laugh.”
2. “I’ve always been a big advocate for adopting pets. They need our help, and they give so much love in return.”
3. “Laughter truly is the best medicine, and I’m lucky to be able to help people with that every day.”
4. “Impractical Jokers isn’t just a show; it’s a brotherhood.”
5. “Family comes first, and sometimes you have to make tough decisions to be there for them.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Joe Gatto’s net worth was estimated to be around $7 million.
Children
Joe Gatto has two children with his wife, Bessy Gatto. They have a daughter named Milana Francis Gatto and a son named Remington Joseph Gatto.
Relevant Links
1. [Joe Gatto – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4947550/
2. [Joe Gatto’s Official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/joe_gatto/
3. [Impractical Jokers on TruTV](https://www.trutv.com/shows/impractical-jokers
4. [Joe Gatto’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/Joe_Gatto
5. [The Tenderloins Official Website](https://www.thetenderloins.com/
