CINCINNATI (October 5, 2026) – Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as comedy powerhouse Chris Distefano brings his acclaimed stand-up tour to Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati on Saturday, March 13, 2027. Tickets go on sale on Friday, October 9 at 10 a.m. at hardrockcasinocincinnati.com, via Ticketmaster.

A favorite with audiences and industry insiders alike, Distefano has become one of the most recognizable and beloved comedians today. Known for his fearless storytelling, quick wit, and uniquely relatable style, he first burst onto the national scene as a standout personality on MTV's Guy Code and Girl Code, earning recognition as the "Funniest Guy on MTV."

Beyond stand-up, Distefano has enjoyed success across television, streaming, and podcasting. He has starred in IFC's Benders, co-hosted Netflix's Ultimate Beastmaster and headlined his own CBS sitcom. In 2025, he reached another milestone when he hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live! for the first time. His stand-up specials have been equally celebrated, including Size 38 Waist, Speshy Weshy on Netflix and It's Just Unfortunate, which debuted as part of Hulu's Hularious stand-up series.

When he's not performing on stage, Distefano connects with millions of fans through his wildly popular podcasts, including History Hyenas with Yannis Pappas and Chrissy Chaos. He recently expanded his podcast lineup with Winner Winner, a sports-focused show that combines his love of athletics with his signature comedic commentary.

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