Brian Scolaro
Brian Scolaro
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Brooklyn-born Brian Scolaro is an accomplished actor and stand-up comedian, celebrated for his unique comedic style and numerous television roles. He gained wide recognition with his half-hour special "Comedy Central Presents: Brian Scolaro," which remains a popular draw on Comedy Central's platforms. Scolaro embarked on his comedy journey at the renowned Comedy Cellar in New York City, a cornerstone of American stand-up. His talent soon caught the industry's eye, earning him an invitation to the esteemed Just For Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival in 1998. This opportunity propelled him into television, where he was cast in an NBC pilot and quickly secured a regular role on the NBC sitcom "Three Sisters," portraying the character Gordon, a bartender. Scolaro's career continued to flourish with a CBS holding deal and participation in an ABC pilot, eventually landing him a spot on the Fox sitcom "Stacked." Created by Steve Levitan of "Modern Family" fame, the show featured Scolaro as Stuart Miller, a role that garnered critical acclaim, with the LA Times touting him as "an actual sitcom find." Over the course of two seasons, he worked alongside Pamela Anderson and Christopher Lloyd. Following "Stacked," Scolaro became known for his recurring roles on series such as "Sullivan and Son," "Kroll Show," "Life and Times of Tim," and "Wizards of Waverly Place." His portrayal on "Sullivan and Son" received high praise from the likes of Brian Doyle-Murray, who commended Scolaro as "one of the best I've ever seen." In addition, he has been featured in guest roles on an array of popular shows, including "Dexter," "Mad Men," "Go On," "Grey's Anatomy," "Harry’s Law," "Men of a Certain Age," "The Middle," "Growing Up Fisher," and "The Exes." Scolaro's stand-up work showcases his originality and wit, leading to appearances on "Conan," "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," "Gotham Comedy Live," "Late Night with Conan O’Brien," and "Comics Unleashed." His ability to entertain and innovate on stage has earned him accolades from fellow comedians, with Tom Rhodes highlighting Scolaro's "hugely inventive style" and actively seeking out his performances. Marc Maron echoed this sentiment on his podcast, describing Brian as possibly "the funniest fuckin person alive." Scolaro continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of comedy with his distinctive humor and engaging performances.
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