Tom Dreesen to Lead the Hosting Team of 'Allstate GLORY DAYS', the Official '85 Bears Reunion

    CHICAGO, IL, October 20, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The official Allstate GLORY DAYS 25th Anniversary Reunion show will be hosted by comedian and entertainer Tom Dreesen.

The 1985 Chicago Bears Super Bowl Championship winning team are reuniting for one night only to celebrate Chicago's Super Bowl XX win at the Arie Crown Theater on November 5th. The evening will be a mixture of storytelling and entertainment as the legends relive their glory days, as Coach Ditka puts it, "It's like a roast, only BIGGER!"

Dreesen will be the Master of Ceremonies and host for the show, keeping the laughs coming throughout the evening. He was delighted to accept Coach Ditka's personal invitation to be Master of Ceremonies and host: "To be a part of the '85 Bears Reunion will be very special," he said. "The atmosphere is going to be electric. We will get the stories from the Bears, and get them to reveal stories we've never heard before." Dreesen attended the '85 Super Bowl and flew back to Chicago on the Bears plane with the Super Bowl Champs! "It was a great day and I'll have a few stories of my own to share!" Dressen said.

Dreesen is a legendary host and stand-up comedian who opened for Frank Sinatra for 13 years and he has been a frequent guest on David Letterman, and has hosted the show in Letterman's absence. He has made over 500 appearances on national television as a stand-up comedian including 61 appearances on the Tonight Show. Coach Ditka is ecstatic to have him as the host: "I am a big fan of Tommy. He is a really funny guy and a true entertainer. This night is going to be full of laughs, and I can't wait for November 5th!"

Chicago's own Mike Adamle, Sports Anchor of NBC5 Chicago will serve as interviewer and co-host the '85 Bears Reunion.

Fans can get tickets to this once-in-a-lifetime night of football and comedy at www.glorydayschicago.com or by searching 'Glory Days' on www.Ticketmaster.com.

About Allstate GLORY DAYS

Allstate GLORY DAYS 'Legends of the Chicago Bears' is part of the Allstate GLORY DAYS Reunion Roadshow, produced by Legacy Events & Entertainment, showcasing the Legends of Sport from championship teams in the world of sport.

About Tom Dreesen

Tom Dreesen has made over 500 appearances on national television as a stand-up comedian, including 61 appearances on the Tonight Show. He's a frequent and favorite guest of David Letterman and even hosted the show during David's absence. He's also hosted The Late, Late Show that follows Letterman.

A consistent performer in all the main showrooms in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, Reno and Atlantic City and for 13 years toured the nation as the opening act for Frank Sinatra. When not in those venues he's in constant demand from corporations throughout America either as a headliner or working with acts from Bon Jovi to Elton John.

Growing up in a suburb on the south side of Chicago, Tom has never forgotten his early, less affluent days. He has come a along way from his hometown of Harvey, Illinois where as a lad he shined shoes and sold newspapers on the corner. That suburb has since honored him by naming the street after Tom.

Dreesen gives generously of his time helping struggling comics devoting a great deal of time to charities and benefits. He founded a "Day for Darlene", to benefit Multiple Sclerosis research. The occasion is named for his late sister who was afflicted with the disease. An ex-GI, Tom performs on military bases all over the world and recently performed for our troops on bases throughout Iraq. On May 15, 2005 he received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor Award for his humanitarian services to his country.

Tom Dreesen's unique and engaging style is tailored to the specific dynamics of each audience and his sense of continuity keeps the evening flowing smoothly and always on time whether he serves as a comedian, master of ceremonies or motivational speaker.

www.tomdreesen.com

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