Joe Gatto, notable for his role in the hit series Impractical Jokers, faces serious allegations surrounding his conduct, following a revelation from a second woman who has come forward with her experiences as a former employee. This situation has gained attention through an article released by People magazine on March 23, 2025, marked as “Exclusive.”
In the article, the unnamed woman recounts her time working for Gatto, describing him as “very flirtatious”and detailing instances of other “inappropriate”behaviors. Previously, Gatto faced accusations from a TikTok user alleging sexual assault, which he has publicly denied. According to the recent claims, this second woman had recently graduated from college when she was employed by the comedian.
Reportedly, prior to her hiring, a former employee cautioned her about Gatto’s demeanor, suggesting he could be “flirty and handsy” and often told “inappropriate jokes.” The employee advised her to “shut it down immediately” should Gatto engage in any uncomfortable behavior. Once she turned 18, the woman asserts that his behavior escalated to being “very flirtatious.”
Her allegations detail Gatto reportedly requesting back massages, inviting her to his room for cuddling, and probing into her personal life regarding her sex life. These claims comprise a pattern of behavior that raises significant concerns about workplace conduct.
Joe Gatto’s Net Worth and Career Overview Amid Accusations
With an estimated net worth of $7 million as per Celebrity Net Worth, Joe Gatto has made a name for himself as a comedian, producer, and writer. His journey in comedy commenced in the late 1990s when he became a member of the comedy troupe, The Tenderloins.
Teaming up with high school friends Sal Vulcano and James Murray, the trio performed live shows and created comedy sketches, eventually expanding to include Mike Boccio and Gideon Horowitz, with Brian Quinn later joining the group. The Tenderloins gained notable success by producing content for popular platforms like YouTube, MySpace, and Metacafe, culminating in a grand prize win of $100,000 on NBC’s reality competition It’s Your Show in 2007.
The group’s most recognized endeavor, Impractical Jokers, debuted in 2011 as a hidden camera reality show on TruTV, quickly becoming a fan favorite and leading to the release of a film, Impractical Jokers: The Movie, in 2020. Additionally, Gatto and his co-members launched The Misery Index, a comedy game show that aired on TBS from 2019 to 2022, hosted by Jameela Jamil.
Beyond his television stint, Gatto’s acting repertoire includes guest appearances on series like 12 Monkeys, MacGyver, and Motherhood Unstressed. He also hosts several podcasts, including The Tenderloins Podcast and Two Cool Moms, alongside fellow comedian Steve Byrne. Furthermore, he has authored a book, The Dogfather: My Love for Dogs, Dessert, and Growing Up Italian, sharing personal stories from his Italian-American upbringing.
In his personal life, Joe Gatto was previously married to Bessy Haggar, but the pair divorced in 2021 after nearly ten years together.