Hal Sparks

Currently starring in the Disney XD show, LAB RATS, actor and comedian Hal Sparks has come a long way from his start. As a member of the famed Second City Troupe, his quick wit and affable personality quickly gained him recognition and acclaim, being named the “Funniest Teenager In Chicago” by the Chicago Sun Times. Sparks went on to host the Emmy-Award winning Talk Soup on E! Entertainment Television, receiving raving reviews from fans and critics alike. For five seasons, he co-starred Showtime’s hit series Queer As Folk and appeared in the films Extract, Spiderman 2 and Dude Where’s My Car?

Sparks recently starred in his own one-hour Showtime comedy special, Charmageddon, which is now a best-selling DVD. He is a star commentator on VH1's popular I Love the 80’s series and can be heard every Wednesday on the nationally syndicated Stephanie Miller Radio Show. Hal is also a pop culture expert and regularly appears on such shows as Joy Behar and CNN's Your Money. His numerous other television appearances include The Tonight Show, Larry King Live, Charlie Rose, Good Morning America, The View, Jimmy Kimmel and MTV. In addition to a busy acting and stand-up career, he is an accomplished musician. Hal and his band, Zero 1, recently released their debut album.

Don't miss Special Guest Lisa Landry performing Saturday and Sunday night.