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NewsCreative Loafing TampaSeptember 4, 2026Hillsborough

Friends organize benefit for Tampa comedy theater co-founder battling brain cancer

A benefit event is being held this weekend to support Justin Peters, a co-founder of a Tampa comedy theater who is currently undergoing treatment for brain cancer. The event aims to provide financial assistance to Peters, a journalist and author who has been active in the local arts community.

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Why It Matters

The event highlights a community-led effort to provide financial support to a local arts figure facing significant medical expenses.

Key Facts

  • Justin Peters, a 45-year-old journalist, comedian, and author, is currently battling brain cancer.
  • Peters is a co-founder of a Tampa comedy theater.
  • A benefit event is scheduled for this weekend to support Peters.
  • Peters has been involved in the 'Salud and Happy Days' series since December 2023.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The publication reporting on the benefit event.”personJustin Peters“Co-founder of a Tampa comedy theater, journalist, comedian, and author currently”other45“Age of Justin Peters.”