A Heartfelt Tribute to a Father, a Legend, and an Era of Comedy and Music

My Buddy is more than a show — it’s a personal, emotional, and often hilarious journey told by Sandy Hackett, son of legendary comedian Buddy Hackett.

Through stories, comedy, and music, Sandy brings to life his one-of-kind childhood growing up surrounded by icons like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Joey Bishop, and other members of the Rat Pack — no just as celebrities, but as family. These men were regular visitors in the Hackett home, gathering weekly for lunch, laughter, and unforgettable moments that shaped Sandy’s life.

With warmth and wit, Sandy pulls back the curtain on life as the son of one of the most beloved comedians of all time — sharing the lessons, the laughs, and the love that defined their bond. You’ll hear first-hand accounts of growing up with showbiz royalty, and how that unique world shaped the man Sandy is today.

Part stand-up, part storytelling, and part musical tribute, My Buddy is a celebration of legacy — a son honoring his father and the timeless entertainment era he helped define.

Come experience a show that’s funny, heartfelt, nostalgic, and deeply human. Because sometimes, your greatest hero… is your dad.

“LEGENDARY COMEDIAN BUDDY HACKETT is brought to life in this live musical, theatrical production, told by the person closest to him, his son, Sandy Hackett. Directed by Lisa Dawn Miller, the show takes the audience on a journey that explores the deep bond between a father and son.

Sharing personal anecdotes, Sandy brilliantly captures the nuance of his father's comedic style as he reminisces about a lifetime together, including the 10 years they spent touring on the road, sharing stories and memories from the beginning days of Buddy's career, to his skyrocketing success as a movie star and night club entertainer, to being the most sought after comedian of his day - to his rule breaking, fearless comedic truth, which broke barriers paving the way for today's comedians.

"My Buddy" reveals personal, never-before-heard stories about Buddy Hackett holding court with some of his friends: Johnny Carson, George Burns, Richard Pryor, Jerry Lewis, Bob Newhart, Phyllis Diller, Milton Berle, Danny Thomas, Sid Caesar, Bill Cosby, Woody Allen, Carol Burnett, Lucille Ball, Alan King, Mickey Rooney, Harvey Korman and countless more.

With the success of "Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show," produced by Hackett and Miller, Sandy shares what inspired him to honor his father and his pals, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Dean Martin and tells stories of the times they shared together when they ruled the Las Vegas strip and beyond.

Through original, distinctive, humorous and poignant Hackett storytelling, "My Buddy" is funny, witty and touching as Sandy recreates some of his father's comedic moments and for the first time uncovers some interesting family drama that transpired after Buddy passed away in 2003. "My Buddy" will make you laugh, make you cry and put you in the mood for a kosher hot dog and a beer, in the story that has never been told until now, the life and times - the joy and pain of comic genius Buddy Hackett.”

Contact: Concetta Ellis | Chin Chin Entertainment | 626-428-9771 | concetta@chinchinentertainment.com

In Loving Memory of Buddy Hackett 1924-2003