Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the Orpheum Theater

By Tom Riles on August 19, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour has offically come to an end. I was honored to bring my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour.

Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her one last time. Taking the stage before Ellen, I do part comedy, part warm-up, and part auctioneering. It’s so cool to be able to show off my selling skills, which I’m now showcasing for nonprofits in Nashville and beyond.

Our final stop was in Minneapolis, Minnesota where we filmed Ellen’s Netflix Special. It was really incredible to be on the stage at the Orpheum Theater, and the shows were just phenomenal.

I’m excited to be heading back to Minneapolis in just a few weeks for a St. Jude Children’s Hospital Event.

The benefit auction fundraising season is about to really pick up, but I’m forever grateful for the opportunity to open for Ellen for all these years. What an amazing bookmark to an incredible career with her. Thank you Ellen!

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