Tom Arnold is a multi-talented American comedian, actor, producer, and writer who has made a significant impact on both television and film audiences worldwide. Born in Iowa, Arnold began his journey in comedy while attending the University of Iowa, later moving to Minneapolis, where he won the Minneapolis Comedy Competition in 1988. This early success propelled him to Los Angeles, where he honed his skills as a writer on the hugely successful television series "Roseanne," eventually becoming an executive producer. Arnold's career in television expanded as he starred in his own HBO special, "Tom Arnold: The Naked Truth," and helmed three television series, including "The Jackie Thomas Show," "Tom," and "The Tom Show." As an actor, he became well-known for his roles as comic relief in popular films such as "Nine Months" alongside Hugh Grant, Julianne Moore, and Robin Williams, "True Lies" with Arnold Schwarzenegger, "Hero" featuring Dustin Hoffman, and "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" with Mike Myers. Despite his comedic roots, Arnold has successfully ventured into more mature and dramatic roles, often gaining critical acclaim. His role in "Gardens of the Night" alongside John Malkovich, which premiered at the 2008 Berlin Film Festival and won the International Critics Award at the 2008 Deauville Film Festival, stands as a testament to his versatility as an actor. That same year, he appeared in three films at the Sundance Film Festival: "The Great Buck Howard," "Good Dick," and "The Year of Getting to Know Us." Arnold's filmography includes notable performances in "Happy Endings," which premiered at Sundance and saw him starring opposite Maggie Gyllenhaal and Lisa Kudrow, as well as roles in "Pride" with Terrance Howard and "Animal Factory" directed by Steve Buscemi. Another remarkable project was "The Kid & I," an action comedy he wrote for a 16-year-old family friend with cerebral palsy, demonstrating his ability to blend heartfelt stories with humor. In addition to his entertainment career, Tom Arnold is deeply committed to philanthropy. He has established a writing scholarship and an acting workshop for students at Indian Hills Community College in Iowa. His charitable efforts include involvement with the Race to Erase MS, where he emcees and contributes to the auction, and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, where he engages attendees at the yearly carnival. Other organizations he supports include Best Buddies, Camp del Corazon, The Kayne Eras Center, Promises Foundation, Carousel of Hope, Arnold's Inner City Games, The Hollenbeck Christmas Giveaway, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Arnold's achievements in writing have been acknowledged with prestigious awards, such as the Peabody Award and a Golden Globe for writing and producing. Additionally, he boosted Fox Sports Network's popularity as the host of "Best Damn Sports Show Period." Currently residing in Los Angeles, Tom Arnold continues to be a dynamic force in the entertainment industry and a dedicated philanthropist, consistently leveraging his talents and resources to make a positive impact both on and off screen.