Trivia
His fans who sit in the front rows of his concerts usually
bring large rolls of plastic to keep from getting covered
in the produce he smashes in his act.
Has become one of the most successful stand
up comedians of all time because of his constant touring
and loyal following.
His brother Ron Gallagher had a copycat
comedy act called "Gallagher II", franchised by
Gallagher to meet the demand for appearances. Promoters
would sometimes "forget" to bill him as Gallagher
II or Ron Gallagher, though, and Ron frequently got into
trouble offstage, causing bad press for his brother and
the act. Gallagher took him to court, and after a lengthy
legal battle he was no longer allowed to perform as "Gallagher
II", or use any of Gallagher's material or props.
Famous for his Sledge-O-Matic comedy routine
in which he smashes produce with a giant sledgehammer.
Stand up comedian who frequently uses props
in his comedy.
His childhood nickname was "Butch".
Lived in Lorain, Ohio, as a child.
1969 graduate of University of South Florida-Tampa
Candidate for Governor of California [2003]