Salvatore “Sal” Vulcano is a 39-year-old American comedian, actor, and producer best known for his role in the television series Impractical Jokers. He was born on November 5, 1976, in Staten Island, New York City, and raised in the same borough. Born as Salvator Vulcano, he now goes by Sal Vulcano. He has one sister named Jenna Vulcano.
Sal Vulcano graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School in 1994. He then attended St. John's University, where he earned his degree in 1998. His early interest in comedy began during his high school years and continued throughout college, laying the foundation for his future career as a performer.
Sal Vulcano is a founding member of the comedy troupe The Tenderloins, which officially formed in 1999, not 1991. The original members included Sal, Joe Gatto, James Murray, and Mike Boccio. Eventually, Brian Quinn replaced Mike Boccio, forming the core group that fans know today. The group started performing improv and sketches and gained popularity online before transitioning to television and podcasts.
The Tenderloins achieved mainstream success with the launch of their TV series Impractical Jokers, which premiered on December 15, 2011, on truTV. The series showcases four lifelong friends—Sal, James Murray, Joe Gatto, and Brian Quinn—who challenge each other to perform hidden-camera pranks in public, leading to comedic and often outrageous results. The show quickly gained a large fanbase due to its unique format and the genuine chemistry among the members.
Sal has also performed at notable comedy festivals such as the Miami Improv Festival and the San Francisco Sketch Comedy Festival. These appearances have further solidified his stature in the world of improv and sketch comedy.
| Net Worth 2021: | 7 million |
