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13 Facts About Frank Nicotero

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Frank Joseph Nicotero is an American stand-up comedian, television writer, and television host.

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Frank Nicotero is best known for hosting the game show Street Smarts, which aired in syndication from 2000 to 2005.

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Frank Nicotero got his start in Pittsburgh doing stand up, quickly finding success when he landed his first stand-up gig at Pittsburgh's famed Funny Bone comedy club in 1988.

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Frank Nicotero has been a regular for over 10 years at The World Famous Laugh Factory on the Sunset Strip.

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Frank Nicotero is a regular at The Icehouse in Pasadena and The Comedy Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, California.

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In 1996, Nicotero appeared as a contestant on the game shows Debt and Ultimate Fan League, winning over $14,000 cash on the former.

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From this, Frank Nicotero found roles in writing and production for other game shows as well.

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Frank Nicotero's longest-tenured role was the host of the game show Street Smarts, which aired in syndication from 2000 to 2005.

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Frank Nicotero has co-hosted The Sharon Osbourne Show and has appeared as a guest on The Wayne Brady Show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, FSN's The Sports List, Jury Duty, and the comedy game shows Make Me Laugh and Comedy on the Road.

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In December 2008, Frank Nicotero was the voice over announcer for NBC's Funniest Christmas Moments Special.

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Frank Nicotero was chosen as the second voiceover for TruTV's It Only Hurts When I Laugh, replacing Thom Kikot.

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In 2012, Frank Nicotero went on the road with The X Factor as the emcee for all the try-out shows.

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Frank Nicotero was considered as a host for the show.