Joe Gatto Responds to Sexual Assault Allegations, Admits to Poor Judgment
Alright, let's talk about something that's making waves right now. Joe Gatto, the former "Impractical Jokers" star, has found himself at the center of some serious controversy. A TikTok user, who goes by the name joozyb, recently came forward with allegations that Gatto sexually assaulted her when she was 19. She claims that the incident took place in September 2023, following one of his shows in Milwaukee. Naturally, this has sparked a major conversation online.
Gatto, however, is firmly denying these allegations. In a statement to Page Six, he acknowledged making some poor choices but strongly refuted any claims of assault. His words were, "I have used poor judgment and, as a result, have violated the trust of the people I love most. But anyone who knows me at all knows full well that I wouldn’t assault anyone."
The TikTok user’s allegations have gained traction quickly. She shared screenshots of direct messages she allegedly exchanged with Gatto, including one where he complimented her appearance and arranged for her to receive meet-and-greet passes. She also posted a picture of them together at his comedy show. In her video, she described how their conversation continued throughout the day and claimed that things started to take an uncomfortable turn later that night. She also mentioned that at one point, Gatto put their messages in "vanish mode," meaning the messages disappeared after being read. She says this was a turning point that made her feel uneasy.
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While she did not go into explicit details about what allegedly happened, she emphasized that she has been holding onto this story for a long time, hesitant to speak out because of Gatto’s celebrity status. Now, she feels it’s time to make her voice heard.
In response, Gatto has decided to step away from the public eye for a while. "Working on myself is an ongoing process," he said. "I am now going to take some time away from the public eye to focus my energies where I need to."
This situation adds another layer to Gatto’s personal life, which has already been under public scrutiny. In 2021, he left "Impractical Jokers" to focus on his family after announcing his split from his wife, Bessy. However, the two reconciled in September 2023—the same month the TikTok user claims to have interacted with him. Their reunion was seen as a fresh start for Gatto, but now, with these allegations, the comedian’s reputation is facing a major challenge.
As of now, there are no formal charges against Gatto, and the TikTok user has not provided further details beyond her initial statements and screenshots. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold, but one thing is clear—this controversy is far from over.
The public is divided, with some standing by Gatto and others believing the allegations should be taken seriously. In the age of social media, stories like these can escalate quickly, and the court of public opinion often weighs in before any legal action is taken. For now, we’ll have to wait and see how Gatto, his team, and potentially the legal system handle the matter in the coming weeks.
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