History of Joe Gatto in Timeline

Joe Gatto is an American comedian, actor, and producer, known for his improvisational skills and involvement with the comedy troupe, the Tenderloins. He gained prominence as a star of the TruTV television series Impractical Jokers alongside Sal Vulcano, James Murray, and Brian Quinn. The show, which premiered in 2011, showcased Gatto's comedic talent and helped him establish a career in 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 later became a comedian, actor, and producer.

September 1995: Death of Joe Gatto's Father

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

1998: Formation of The Tenderloins

In 1998, after reuniting post-college, Murray, Gatto, and Vulcano formed The Tenderloins, an improv and sketch comedy troupe, and began touring.

2007: The Tenderloins win NBC's 'It's Your Show'

In 2007, The Tenderloins won the $100,000 grand prize in the NBC 'It's Your Show' competition for their sketch, "Time Thugs".

December 15, 2011: Impractical Jokers Premieres on TruTV

On December 15, 2011, Impractical Jokers premiered on TruTV and became the network's most popular series.

2011: Impractical Jokers Premiere

In 2011, Impractical Jokers, starring Joe Gatto and the Tenderloins, first aired on TruTV.

April 2012: Tenderloins Podcast Launch

Starting in April 2012, The Tenderloins hosted a podcast available on their website and iTunes.

2013: End of Tenderloins Podcast

In 2013, The Tenderloins ended their podcast.

October 2019: The Misery Index Starred The Tenderloins

In October 2019, Gatto and The Tenderloins starred in 'The Misery Index', hosted by Jameela Jamil.

February 21, 2020: Impractical Jokers: The Movie Release

On February 21, 2020, 'Impractical Jokers: The Movie' was released.

August 26, 2020: Publication of "The Dogfather"

On August 26, 2020, Joe Gatto published 'The Dogfather: My Love for Dogs, Dessert and Growing Up Italian', focusing on stories about his dogs and Italian heritage.

2021: Separation from Bessy

In 2021, Joe Gatto and his wife Bessy separated amicably.

December 31, 2021: Gatto Steps Away from Impractical Jokers

On December 31, 2021, Joe Gatto announced his departure from Impractical Jokers and The Tenderloins to focus on co-parenting after separating from his wife.