HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On Thursday, June 26, from 6:00-10:00 a.m. by the dawn’s early light, the 20th Annual “Salute to the Troops” will be broadcast live by K-EARTH 101 from the world-famous Laugh Factory Hollywood. Hosted by radio celebrities Gary Bryan and Lisa Stanley, the two-decade tradition has raised over $10 million benefiting the USO.
With doors opening at 5:30 a.m., the comedy fundraiser will feature such comic talents as Jay Leno, Tiffany Haddish, Craig Robinson, George Wallace, Jeff Dye, Bobby Lee, Brad Williams, Purple Heart veteran performers Thom Tran and Jeff King, and many other comics donating their time.
Radio listeners can tune into K-EARTH-101 in Southern California. Laugh Factory will livestream the show on its own YouTube channel and its website, LaughFactory.com. Donations can be made directly to the USO through its website: USO.org/donate.
Since 1941, the USO has been the nation’s leading nonprofit assisting the men and women in the U.S. military and their families with programs serving deployed, wounded and injured service members.
“For 20 years the Laugh Factory has been the biggest supporter of our efforts on behalf of the USO and our incredible military community,” said K-EARTH 101 personality and event host Gary Bryan.
“This is a challenging time now with conflicts around the world, and we can pray for the safety of our soldiers while also raising money to support the troops and their families,” said Laugh Factory owner Jamie Masada.
About Laugh Factory
Founded in 1979, Laugh Factory is the #1 comedy brand in the world, according to USA Today. For 45 years, its Comedy Camp has created hope for at-risk youth. Laugh Factory regularly helps the comedy community and supports social justice and other worthy causes. Laugh Factory is headquartered at 8001 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90046. Visit the website at LaughFactory.com.
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