In a newly released video, famed entertainer Joe Piscopo announced acceptance of his new role as Honorary Advocate of and endorsement of the Saint Pio Foundation, a New York-based charitable organization dedicated to creating awareness of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, better known as Padre Pio. In the video, Joe spoke of his personal devotion to the Catholic saint and related a story of a meeting between Padre Pio and his father, Captain Joseph P. Piscopo, while the latter was serving in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II.
Speaking of Mr. Piscopo, the president of the Saint Pio Foundation, Luciano Lamonarca, said, “I am very grateful that Joe Piscopo has accepted our invitation to become an Honorary Advocate of the Saint Pio Foundation. Undoubtedly, his own family’s experience in having met Padre Pio and his personal affection for him will inspire many who seek a deeper meaning in life.”
In endorsing the Saint Pio Foundation, Piscopo joins other well-known entertainment personalities, political figures, prominent scientists and business leaders, who include Joe Mantegna, Robert Davi, Tony Lo Bianco, Gary Sinise, Franc D’Ambrosio, Senator Rick Santorum, Lee Curreri, Pennsylvania State Treasurer Joe Torsella and eminent scientist Dr. Robert C. Gallo.
Ріѕсоро, recipient of the Italian Tribune’s Publisher’s Award, is an actor, musical entertainer, comedian, writer and radio talk show host, who has won the acclaim and affection of millions. Currently, Joe tours with his own original Big Band tribute to Frank Sinatra, as well as his multimedia comedy show. Throughout his career, Joe pioneered some of the most innovative television commercials on the air. He also co-hosts the Columbus Day Parade each year in New York City and performs for The Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The Saint Pio Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization that supports worthy causes both nationally and internationally. For the past three years, the Foundation has brought the relics of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina to communities throughout North America.
