Naples Illustrated

John Pinette is one of the biggest comedians today, in all senses of the word. His big break came in 1991 when he was asked to tour with Frank Sinatra. His film credits include "Duets," "Dear God," starring Greg Kinnear, and "The Punisher," starring John Travolta. John's television credits include "Parker Lewis Can't Lose" and the final episode of "Seinfeld," as well as multiple appearances on "The Tonight Show," and "The View." In 2004, Pinette joined the touring cast of the musical Hairspray in the role of Edna Turnblad. He has filmed multiple Comedy Central Specials, his latest being John Pinette: Still Hungry," with his stand up material used for the network’s own show, “Shorties Watchin' Shorties.”