Sports Anchor for The WGN Morning News | Standup Comic | Fundraiser, Board Member, Executive Trustee at the Facial Pain Research Foundation | Founder & Host of Laugh Your Face Off | Truly a Man of the People
chicago, illinois, united states
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Claim your profileSince joining WGN-TV Channel 9 in Chicago in 2005, PAT TOMASULO has firmly established himself as a broadcaster, writer, producer, national media personality, standup comedian, and fundraiser. He is known for his unique delivery, quick wit, upbeat nature, and humorous interactive news features, done in an improvised, man-on-the-street style. His passion project, LAUGH YOUR FACE OFF, is an annual comedy fundraising event benefiting the Facial Pain Research Foundation (FPRF), for whom he sits on the board and serves as executive trustee.Leveraging his comedic talent and popularity as the sports anchor on the top-rated WGN Morning News, Pat launched and hosted a late-night comedy talk show, Man of the People, on the station. He also landed a pair of guest co-host spots on Regis and Kathie Lee. In addition to being a highly sought-after headliner at comedy clubs in the Greater Chicagoland area, Pat is the creator and host of The Pat Tomasulo Podcast. FIGHTING TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIAIn 2001, Pat’s wife, Amy, was diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia (TN), a chronic condition originating in the trigeminal nerve and characterized by relentless, intense facial pain. Soon after the couple married in 2010, they went public with Amy’s condition and embarked on a journey to increase awareness of TN and find a cure. LAUGH YOUR FACE OFFIn conjunction with the FPRF, Pat and Amy co-founded LAUGH YOUR FACE OFF, a comedy showcase that has become the top fundraising vehicle for the organization. Since its inception, the events have raised over $3.75 million to support research efforts. Ninety-five cents of every dollar raised goes straight to the foundation and research. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 2024 EVENT!On the evening of September 21, 2024, Pat will host and perform at the 10th Annual Laugh Your Face Off event at the Park West Theater in Chicago. The program, which is sure to sell out, features the city’s top standup comics, music, food, and a silent auction. LYFO attracts many local business professionals and offers outstanding opportunities for exposure. Please view sponsorship packages in the document below.To learn more about sponsorship benefits, please email Pat@Pattomasulo.comhttps://laughyourfaceoff.org/become-a-sponsor/





