Tara Cannistraci is a Bronx-born Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer—fans hailed her the “Bronx Barbie.” She’s performed across stage, TV, film, and even centerfield as a former New York Yankees scoreboard host. Tara co-hosts The Chazz Palminteri Show and helms her own podcast, Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci, streaming weekly on Spotify and YouTube.

Known for turning the phrases of her New York Italian upbringing into viral gold, Tara’s comedy album I’m Talkin’ Here airs regularly on SiriusXM. Her YouTube series Boroughbreds spotlights on-the-street interviews across NYC’s boroughs, celebrating local voices and businesses.

Prior to her first national tour in 2025, she opened for Josh Wolf, Joey Diaz & Vic DiBitetto. In 2026, she will be opening for Jo Koy on select dates of the Just Being Koy Tour. Her first comedy special, A Stand-Up Girl, will be released, and she just kicked off her 2nd nationwide headlining tour, The Boroughbred Tour, bringing her unapologetic, borough-raised comedy across the U.S. and Canada.