Is Joe DeRosa Gay? His Preference Clarified!

Daniel Figaro
Feb 01, 2024
Feb 04, 2024

A raunchy joke on one of his podcasts has lead people to to ask: "Is Joe DeRosa Gay?". If you are a fan of comedy, you may have heard of Joe DeRosa, a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcaster who has been making people laugh for over two decades. You may also have heard a rumor that Joe DeRosa is gay, or even transgender. Is there any truth to this rumor? And where did it come from? In this article, we will answer these questions and more, using the most updated information in 2024.

Key takeaways:

Joe DeRosa is neither gay nor transgender. A joke made on his podcast in 2019 was misconstrued, leading to false rumors about his sexuality and gender identity.
A 46-year-old comedian from Collegeville, Pennsylvania, Joe DeRosa has a prolific career spanning over two decades. He has performed stand-up, acted in TV Shows and hosted multiple podcasts.
Still active in comedy, Joe DeRosa tours with his show "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden." He's working on a sitcom, "The Joe DeRosa Show," based on his life, and writing a book titled "How to Be Funny: A Guide for People Who Aren't funny at All."

Is Joe DeRosa Gay?

First of all, let us clarify that Joe DeRosa is not gay, nor is he transgender. He has never publicly identified as anything other than a straight cisgender man. He has dated women in the past, and he is currently single. He has also never expressed any interest in changing his gender identity or expression.

So where did the rumor that Joe DeRosa is gay come from? Well, it seems that it was sparked by a joke that he made on his podcast, The Joe DeRosa Podcast, back in 2019. In one episode, he jokingly said that he was gay and that he had a boyfriend named Steve. He also said that he was planning to transition to a woman and change his name to Joanne. He made these statements in a sarcastic tone, clearly mocking the stereotypes and prejudices that some people have towards the LGBTQ+ community.

However, some people who heard the podcast did not get the joke, and took his words literally. They started spreading the rumor that Joe DeRosa was gay and transgender on social media and online forums. Some even claimed to have seen pictures of him with his supposed boyfriend Steve, or wearing feminine clothes and makeup. Of course, these pictures were either fake or taken out of context.

Joe DeRosa himself addressed the rumor on his podcast several times, explaining that it was all a joke and that he was not gay or transgender. He also said that he had nothing against the LGBTQ+ community, and that he was simply making fun of the ignorance and bigotry of some people. He apologized to anyone who felt offended by his joke, and said that he hoped that people would understand his sense of humor.

Joe Derosa sings “I had the time of my life” , with the trans woman he jacked off and came on during skankfest
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To stoke the fire, Joe has had some...interesting interactions with a transwoman he came onto during Skankfest. And fans have receipts!

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Skankfest is a comedy festival that features some of the most outrageous and uncensored comedians in the world. It is also known as the “biggest comedy party” and the "Woodstock of comedy." Skankfest was founded by Luis J. Gomez, Dave Smith, and Jay Oakerson, who are the hosts of the popular podcast Legion of Skanks. Skankfest has been held in New York City, Houston, and Las Vegas since 2016. The next Skankfest will take place in Las Vegas from September 27th to 29th, 2024. Some of the performers who have appeared or will appear at Skankfest include Roseanne Barr, Harland Williams, TJ Miller, Adam Carolla, Dr. Drew, and many more. Skankfest is not for the faint of heart but for those who love comedy that pushes the boundaries and challenges the status quo.

Who Is Joe DeRosa?

Now that we have cleared up the rumor about Joe DeRosa's sexuality and gender identity, let us tell you more about who he is and what he is doing in 2024. Joe DeRosa is a 46-year-old comedian who was born in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. He started doing stand-up comedy in 1998, and since then he has performed in many clubs, festivals, and shows across the country. He has also appeared on TV shows such as Better Call Saul, Inside Amy Schumer, Louie, Bored to Death, Chelsea Lately, and Conan. He has also written for shows such as The Pete Holmes Show, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, Crashing, and The Jim Gaffigan Show.

Joe DeRosa is also known for his podcasts, such as The Joe DeRosa Podcast (formerly known as Down with Joe DeRosa), Emotional Hangs (with Kurt Braunohler), We'll See You in Hell (with Patrick Walsh), Uninformed (with Bill Burr), and Taste Buds (with Sal Vulcano). He has also released several comedy albums and specials, such as The Depression Auction (2010), Return of the Son of Depression Auction (2012), You Will Die (2013), Mistakes Were Made: The B-Sides (2014), You Let Me Down (2017), I Go to Atlanta All the Time (2019), I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (2021), and I'm Sorry I Hurt Your Feelings (2023).

In 2024, Joe DeRosa is still active in the comedy scene, touring across the country with his latest show I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. He is also working on a new TV show called The Joe DeRosa Show, which is a sitcom based on his life as a comedian. He is also writing a book called How to Be Funny: A Guide for People Who Aren't Funny at All. He lives in Los Angeles with his dog Buddy.