Read about the deep influence Red Skelton brought to the Tom's life, including the use of his material, and see Tom's spooky resemblance to Red.

Discover praise for his original style of musical improvisation, from "instant songs" to "instant roasts," like "This Is Your Life" set to song.

Credits for the clean Chicago comic include his weekly social essay show "American Stew" on PBS station WYCC-TV. With photo and email contact.

Squeaky-clean stand-up comic and comedy writer offers sample humor, booklets for sale, tips for speakers, phone number and an email link.

Bio for the descendant of W.M. Thackeray, a comic better known as "The Pub Landlord," says he holds the record for Perrier nominations. See many credits and fan comments.