Billy Gardell stars in the Hit television series, “Mike and Molly” based in Chicago. “Mike and Molly”. garners approximately 13 million viewers every week and is the number one new series of the year. Gardell co-starred in the critically acclaimed television series “Lucky.” His other television credits include “Yes Dear”, “Judging Amy,” “My Name is Earl,” “The Practice,” “Monk” and “Gary the Rat.” He made his major motion picture debut alongside Anthony Quinn and Sylvester Stallone in “Avenging Angelo,” and had a memorable scene with Billy Bob Thornton in the Cohen Brother’s film “Bad Santa.” He also appeared in “You, Me & Dupree.” His stand-up show is a powerhouse. His grounded, down-to-earth point of view strikes a strong chord with American audiences. Stories about his rough childhood, wild adolescence and new family life are executed with the skill of a master craftsman. Gardell has opened for such well-known comedians as George Carlin and Dennis Miller.