Tom Bonello's life took a dramatic turn when he left his native Leechburg, Pennsylvania, behind in 2000 to settle in the vibrant city of Las Vegas. For the next seven years, he pursued a career as a professional poker player, honing his skills and building a reputation within the industry.
However, it was a chance encounter with a poker colleague that led to a life-altering opportunity. The colleague asked Tom to work on the set of the popular TV show "Stars On Vacation" for a single day. Little did Tom know that this brief stint would be the catalyst for a career shift.
The directors of the show were so impressed with Tom's work that they extended his contract, asking him to continue working on the remainder of the shoot in Las Vegas. This proved to be a turning point, as he was subsequently invited to work on the next episode, this time in Houston. Tom's big break had arrived, and he went on to work on three episodes in the US and five episodes in European countries.
As his reputation grew, Tom was approached to play a Mall Cop/Conventioneer in the movie "Mall Cop 2", a dream come true for him to work alongside Kevin James and other stars. This marked the beginning of a whirlwind career, with Tom working behind the scenes and in front of the camera as an actor in over 35 movies, TV shows, and commercials.
Throughout his journey, Tom has had the privilege of collaborating with some of the most talented individuals in the industry, including Nicolas Cage, Tom Arnold, Elijah Wood, Malin Akerman, Baron Davis, BB King, and many more.
