Impractical Jokers' Joe Gatto accused of inappropriate conduct by teens amid prior assault allegations

Two teens accuse Joe Gatto of misconduct during his tour, adding to ongoing sexual assault and harassment claims.

Former 'Impractical Jokers' star Joe Gatto is facing new accusations of inappropriate behavior, this time from two teenage girls who say the comedian made unsettling requests during multiple encounters in late 2024.

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Grace Kennedy and Brianna Ochoa, a recent high school graduate, shared their experience in a 10-minute TikTok video, claiming Gatto encouraged them to kiss, asked them to lift their shirts, and stroked their stomachs. They also alleged he messaged them in Instagram’s vanish mode, asking for nudes and inviting them to his hotel room.

Screenshots shared by the teens include messages from Gatto suggesting they wear pajamas to a show, as well as a Venmo payment of $35 from “Joe G,” which they say was for “gas and Chipotle.” The two said they ultimately declined his invitation to visit his hotel room. “It felt wrong — he’s nearly 50, married, with kids,” Brianna said.

The latest claims come days after separate accusations from a TikTok user alleging Gatto sexually assaulted her after a show in Milwaukee in 2023. A former employee also accused Gatto of “unwanted behaviors,” saying he became flirtatious when she turned 18, invited her to cuddle, and asked for back massages.

In response, Gatto issued a statement acknowledging poor judgment: “I have used poor judgment and as a result have violated the trust of the people I love most. But anyone who knows me at all knows full well that I wouldn’t assault anyone.”

He later announced he had voluntarily entered an inpatient program and canceled his upcoming comedy tour. “I’ve decided to take time away from the public eye to focus my energies where I need to,” he added.