Sal Vulcano Biography

(American Actor, Producer and Member of a Comedy Troupe ‘The Tenderloins’ Known for His TV Series ‘Impractical Jokers’)

Birthday: November 6, 1976 (Scorpio)

Born In: New York, United States

Sal Vulcano is an American comedian, actor, and producer who rose to fame with the comedy TV show, ‘Impractical Jokers.’ He is also a member of the popular comedy troupe, ‘The Tenderloins,’ who are the creators, producers, writers and stars of the, ‘Impractical Jokers.’ In his own words, “We are not actors doing pranks, we’re legitimately four best friends who are doing what we’ve always done, but with cameras.” ‘The Tenderloins’ was formed by Vulcano and his childhood friends, Mike Boccio, James Murray and Joe Gatto in 1999. His first big break happened when he participated in, and ultimately went on to win the NBC comedy show, ‘It’s Your Show,’ hosted by Carson Daly. Making millions laugh everyday with his group’s improvisational comedy show, ‘Impractical Jokers,’ is no easy task but Sal Vulcano manages to do it as he is wedded to his job! He is the most popular of their group and also has his own podcast.
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Quick Facts

Also Known As: Salvatore Edward Anthony Vulcano

Age: 48 Years, 48 Year Old Males

Family:

siblings: Jenna Vulcano

Actors Stand-up Comedians

Height: 5'10" (178 cm), 5'10" Males

Ancestry: Italian American, Cuban American, Puerto Rican American

Notable Alumni: Monsignor Farrell High School

U.S. State: New Yorkers

City: Staten Island, New York

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education: St. John's University, Monsignor Farrell High School

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    Is Sal Vulcano married?

    No, Sal Vulcano is not married.

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    What is Sal Vulcano's favorite challenge on Impractical Jokers?

    Sal Vulcano has mentioned that his favorite challenge on Impractical Jokers is the "Cranium Crusher" punishment.

  • 3

    Does Sal Vulcano have any pets?

    Yes, Sal Vulcano has a pet cat named Benjamin.

  • 4

    What is Sal Vulcano's favorite food?

    Sal Vulcano has mentioned that his favorite food is pizza.
  • 5

    Does Sal Vulcano have any tattoos?

    Yes, Sal Vulcano has several tattoos, including one on his arm of the Staten Island Ferry.
Career
Sal Vulcano began his career in the 1990s as an improvisational comedian, actor, producer, and scriptwriter. He is the co-founder of the very popular live improv and sketch comedy troupe, ‘The Tenderloins,’ which also includes three of his very close childhood friends, Mike Boccio, James Murray and Joe Gatto. He had first met these three in Monsignor Farrell High School where their similar tastes for improv and drama brought them together. They also began hosting a podcast, ‘The Tenderloins Podcast’ in April, 2012.
His first breakthrough occurred when he participated in the NBC Comedy Show, ‘It’s Your Show,’ hosted by Carson Daly. He won the show and that’s when he started getting recognized as a talented comedian!
Following his dream of starting his own TV show, he soon tasted success with the ‘Impractical Jokers,’ in which he was the co-creator along with Joe Gatto, James Murray and Brian Quinn. The show first aired on December 15, 2011 on TruTV and follows the four friends as they aim to complete dares, failing which a punishment is given. Hidden cameras are placed in strategic positions to capture their antics!
Needless to say, the hidden camera practical-joke reality series was a huge hit with the audience and is currently airing in its sixth season. Recently, TruTV announced that it has been renewed for a seventh season as well.
Sal hosts a podcast along with Brian Quinn. Called, ‘What Say You,’ the podcast is also very popular.
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Personal Life:
Salvatore Edward Anthony Vulcano was born on November 6, 1976 in Staten Island, New York City, New York.His parents divorced when he was young. He also has a sibling, Jenna Vulcano who has appeared in a few episodes—three to be exact—of his show, ‘Impractical Jokers.’ All the episodes involve her being seen in intimate situations with the other three jokers. This usually served as the punishment for the unfinished dares of Sal Vulcano, much to his chagrin!
He studied in Monsignor Farrell High School and graduated in the year 1994. This was where he met his childhood friends, Mike Boccio, James Murray and Joe Gatto in religion class, in his freshman year. He then joined St. John’s University and graduated with a degree in finance in the year 1998.
Sal Vulcano is not married as yet and many would say that he is wedded to his job of being a full-time comedian! On a live program, Vulcano came out and admitted he was gay but later on, confessed that he just said that to support his friend, James Murray, who came out as well.
He has also co-written a book about ‘Impractical Jokers,’ named after the show itself. The book has been co-authored by the other three jokers as well.
Vulcano’s net worth is estimated to be somewhere around $400k and the book too is bringing in a reasonable amount of revenue in addition to his earnings as a comedian.
Facts About Sal Vulcano
Sal Vulcano is known for his fear of cats, which has been showcased in several episodes of the TV show "Impractical Jokers."
He once worked as a bartender at a comedy club before finding success as a comedian.
Sal has a passion for cooking and has shared some of his favorite recipes on social media.
He is a huge fan of the band The Beatles and often references their music in interviews and on the show.
Sal has a talent for impressions and can mimic various accents and voices with surprising accuracy.
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