Joe Gatto is an American comedian, actor, and producer, born on June 5, 1976, in Staten Island, New York. He is best known as a member of the comedy troupe The Tenderloins, which stars in the truTV series "Impractical Jokers." Gatto and his fellow Tenderloins members began performing together in 1999, and went on to create "Impractical Jokers" in 2011. The show features the group playing pranks and challenges on each other in public places, with hidden cameras capturing the reactions of unsuspecting bystanders. The show has been a huge success, with several spin-offs and a feature film. In addition to his work on "Impractical Jokers," Gatto has appeared on several other TV shows, including "The Carbonaro Effect" and "Jokers Wild." He has also written and produced for TV and film, and has authored a book called "Impractical Jokers: The Book." Gatto's comedy is known for its wit and cleverness, often incorporating his own experiences and observations into his material. He continues to tour and perform live comedy shows with The Tenderloins.