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United States Tom Cotter is a veteran stand-up comedian recognized for his rapid-fire style and notable appearances in television and live comedy, including reaching the finals of "America's Got Talent."
Tom Cotter was the first comedian to reach the finals of America's Got Talent, finishing as the runner-up in Season 7. He was later asked back to perform as a special guest star and to host "The Season 8 AGT Snapple Viewing Party."
In 2003, Tom Cotter filmed his own half-hour special for Comedy Central, showcasing his stand-up talent. This special contributed to his visibility in the comedy circuit.
Tom Cotter has made appearances on NBC’s "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," a prominent late-night talk show, which provided a platform for his comedy to a broad audience.
Cotter has appeared three times on "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," sharing his comedic performances with the show's national audience.
Tom Cotter was featured on "Last Comic Standing," a reality television competition that showcases stand-up comedians.
Cotter has been a guest on The Howard Stern Show, known for its extensive reach and candid interviews.
Tom Cotter's comedy was showcased on "Comics Unleashed," a television series featuring various stand-up comedians.
Cotter served as the Celebrity Host of “Gotham Comedy Live” on AXS.tv, indicating his role beyond performing stand-up.
Tom Cotter is a regular on Fox TV’s “Red Eye,” a late-night news and political talk show.
Cotter co-starred in an episode of CBS’s legal and political drama “The Good Wife,” expanding his performing credits to acting.
Tom Cotter worked with his wife, Kerri Louise, on the reality show "Two Funny" which aired on the Women's Entertainment network.
Thomas Cotter was raised in Providence, Rhode Island, the youngest of six children. His father, Dr. Walter C. Cotter, was a World War II navy veteran and neurosurgeon, and his mother, Barbara Cotter, managed his father’s medical office. Cotter attended Moses Brown School in Providence and later Denison University for his undergraduate degree. He began his stand-up comedy career in 1987, quickly gaining recognition in the Boston comedy scene. His early achievements include winning Seattle’s International Stand-Up Comedy Competition in 1994, the grand prize at the Boston Comedy Festival, and being voted Best Stand-Up at the Las Vegas Comedy Festival.
Cotter has built a substantial career in comedy, marked by numerous television appearances. He has been featured on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” and “Last Comic Standing.” In 2003, he filmed a half-hour special, “Comedy Central Presents… Tom Cotter,” for Comedy Central. A significant turning point in his career came in 2012 when he participated in Season 7 of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” He notably became the first comedian to reach the finals of the competition, finishing as the runner-up. Following his success on “America’s Got Talent,” Cotter returned as a special guest performer on the show in August 2013, and also hosted “The Season 8 AGT Snapple Viewing Party.”
Beyond stand-up, Cotter has expanded his work into film, theatre, and television productions. He is a regular on Fox TV’s “Red Eye” and co-starred in an episode of CBS’s “The Good Wife.” His voice-over work for high-profile companies further demonstrates his versatility. Tom Cotter is married to fellow stand-up comedian Kerri Louise, and they have three sons, having also worked together on projects such as the reality show “Two Funny” on the Women’s Entertainment network. He continues to headline at renowned comedy clubs across the United States, including The Comedy Cellar, The Improv, and Caroline’s on Broadway.
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