Perry Caravello
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Born Name:
Perry Frank "Francis" Caravello
Born Date: November 17, 1963
Born Place: Park Ridge, Illinois
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Occupations: Streamer, actor, comedian, podcaster, skateboarder
Brief Biography: Perry Frank "Francis" Caravello is an American comedian, actor, and internet personality best known for his role in the 2003 cult-classic comedy film Windy City Heat. Known by nicknames like "Scary Perry" and "The Scaremaster," his career has been defined by elaborate pranks and his aggressive, Sam Kinison-inspired comedy style.
Early Life and Career:
Caravello moved with his family to Southern California in 1974. In 1979, he survived a severe car accident that left him in a coma for three weeks and resulted in brain trauma.
The Big 3: In the late 1980s, Caravello began performing stand-up at The Comedy Store, where he met Don Barris and Tony Barbieri (known as "Mole"). The trio formed "The Big 3," a comedy group often centered around elaborate pranks played on Perry.
Windy City Heat: Produced by Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, this "reality movie" was a massive prank where Caravello believed he was starring in a legitimate action film. He was even awarded a trophy at a fake premiere.
Current Work and Internet Presence:
Caravello has experienced a career resurgence through digital streaming and podcasting:
Perry Caravello Live (PCL): Since November 2020, he has hosted a popular live stream on YouTube and Twitch. The show relies on viewer interaction, where fans send "troll" messages and donations to trigger Perry’s signature comedic rages.
The Big 3 Podcast: Caravello co-hosted this weekly comedy podcast from 2010 to 2015, which further expanded his cult following.
Voice Acting: He has recently provided voices for animated series such as Smiling Friends (playing Simon S. Salty).
Born Date: November 17, 1963
Born Place: Park Ridge, Illinois
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations: Streamer, actor, comedian, podcaster, skateboarder
Brief Biography: Perry Frank "Francis" Caravello is an American comedian, actor, and internet personality best known for his role in the 2003 cult-classic comedy film Windy City Heat. Known by nicknames like "Scary Perry" and "The Scaremaster," his career has been defined by elaborate pranks and his aggressive, Sam Kinison-inspired comedy style.
Early Life and Career:
Caravello moved with his family to Southern California in 1974. In 1979, he survived a severe car accident that left him in a coma for three weeks and resulted in brain trauma.
The Big 3: In the late 1980s, Caravello began performing stand-up at The Comedy Store, where he met Don Barris and Tony Barbieri (known as "Mole"). The trio formed "The Big 3," a comedy group often centered around elaborate pranks played on Perry.
Windy City Heat: Produced by Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, this "reality movie" was a massive prank where Caravello believed he was starring in a legitimate action film. He was even awarded a trophy at a fake premiere.
Current Work and Internet Presence:
Caravello has experienced a career resurgence through digital streaming and podcasting:
Perry Caravello Live (PCL): Since November 2020, he has hosted a popular live stream on YouTube and Twitch. The show relies on viewer interaction, where fans send "troll" messages and donations to trigger Perry’s signature comedic rages.
The Big 3 Podcast: Caravello co-hosted this weekly comedy podcast from 2010 to 2015, which further expanded his cult following.
Voice Acting: He has recently provided voices for animated series such as Smiling Friends (playing Simon S. Salty).