Sal Richards

At the age of 18, Sal became the lead singer for a singing group group called the Royal-Aires, who often performed impromptu shows on street corners. As luck would have it the owner of Gallo Records, Lee Clarke happened to walk past while they were performing. He was so impressed he immediately offered them a recording contract. Shortly after being signed, Sal had an experience that would forever change his life. He was scheduled to perform with his group at the Las Vegas Supper Club in Long Island NY. That evening however, the comic emcee was unable to perform and Sal was given the opportunity to fill in for the evening’s show. His act went so well he was hired to be the house comic. That day marked the beginning of his remarkable career as a comedian.