History of Joe Gatto in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2025

Joe Gatto is an American comedian, actor, and producer, best known as a former member of The Tenderloins. He gained prominence through the TruTV television series *Impractical Jokers*, which he starred in alongside the other members of The Tenderloins: Sal Vulcano, James Murray, and Brian Quinn. Gatto's career is primarily rooted in improvisational comedy and television entertainment.

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June 5, 1976: Joe Gatto's Birth

On June 5, 1976, Joseph Anthony Gatto Jr. was born in Staten Island, New York. He is an American improvisational comedian, actor, and producer.

September 1995: Death of Joe Gatto's Father

In September 1995, Joe Gatto's father passed away due to pancreatic cancer.

1998: Formation of The Tenderloins

In 1998, after reuniting after college, Murray, Gatto, and Vulcano began practicing improvisation at Gatto's house, eventually touring as an improv and sketch comedy troupe named The Tenderloins.

December 15, 2011: Premiere of Impractical Jokers

On December 15, 2011, Impractical Jokers premiered on TruTV. The first season garnered over 32 million viewers and became the most popular show on the network.

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April 2012: The Tenderloins Podcast Launch

In April 2012, The Tenderloins launched a podcast, available on their official website and iTunes.

August 26, 2020: Publication of "The Dogfather: My Love for Dogs, Dessert and Growing Up Italian"

On August 26, 2020, Joe Gatto published "The Dogfather: My Love for Dogs, Dessert and Growing Up Italian", a book about his dogs, Italian heritage, and love for Italian food.

The Dogfather: My Love of Dogs, Desserts and Growing up Italian

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December 31, 2021: Gatto's Departure from Impractical Jokers

On December 31, 2021, Joe Gatto announced his departure from Impractical Jokers and The Tenderloins to focus on co-parenting his children following a split with his wife Bessy.

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March 1, 2022: Two Cool Moms Podcast Launch

Since March 1, 2022, Joe Gatto has co-hosted the weekly Two Cool Moms podcast with comedian Steve Byrne, where they give advice to strangers.

September 2023: Reconciliation with Wife Bessy

In September 2023, Joe Gatto and his wife Bessy reconciled after a previous separation.

August 25, 2024: Surprise Appearance at Impractical Jokers Show

On August 25, 2024, Joe Gatto made a surprise appearance at the end of the Impractical Jokers show in Hanover, Maryland, during the wrap-up of their two-year tour at Live! Casino & Hotel.

2024: Release of "Where's Bearry?"

In 2024, Joe Gatto released a picture book for kids titled "Where's Bearry?".

Where's Bearry?

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March 23, 2025: Sexual Harassment Allegations Published by People

On March 23, 2025, People published an article with claims from a source alleging sexual harassment by Joe Gatto, which he denied. The source claimed to be an employee while Gatto was on Impractical Jokers. Gatto then cancelled the remainder of his tour and announced he would enter an in-patient facility on March 26.

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