Tom Hanks, Punch Line, “Punchline” and yes Brett Ernst

My admiration for Tom Hanks is immense, but not because he has been awarded 2 Academy Awards.

It is the work he has done, in my case some of his earlier work, that especially hits home with me.

In the 1982 first Hanks’ Johnny Carson Tonight Show appearance referenced here this week, Hanks’ appearance at the San Francisco comedy club, “Punch Line” was promoted by Mr. Carson.

Subsequent to that appearance, Hanks and Sally Field were superb together in a movie called “Punchline.”

“Punch Line” in S.F. is still there. It is not exactly like being asked to sit down on Johnny Carson’s panel, but I am noting that comedian Brett Ernst is appearing there now.

Punch Line Comedy Club – San Francisco Tickets

Click above for ticket information for Mr. Ernst appearing February 25-27