If anyone could market themselves, this guy could. I used to see his advertisements everywhere dressed as the Lovable Hobo. Talent to say the least, was an understatement. After his show ended, I didn't realize he actually had stayed around Branson. From time to time, I would glance over and see him in the supermarket, but that hasn't happened in the last couple of years.
I remember the Huge sign over at the mansion theater with him on the side of the building, before the Peter Pan show came in. And thought this guy must have some chops to carry a theater of this size. And he did for several years. He did an amazing tribute to Red Skelton, and that was his show here in Branson. Another bits of his claim to fame was his vanishing cigarette tricks. If you haven't seen it you have to. His artistry in these magic tricks is amazing. A magician, a mime, a clown, this guy had it all. I'm sorry to say I never stopped in on one of those Branson nights to check out, this amazing entertainer. R.I.P, Tom. Pop over to Bransonisfun.com for more of the story!
A cool picture of Tom in his hobo make up as Red skelton.
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