Floyd Vivino

Biography

Known professionally as Uncle Floyd, Floyd Vivino was an American television, film, radio and stage performer primarily known for his comedy/variety television show The Uncle Floyd Show (1974–1998). Vivino had a cult following and a 13,000-member fan club. David Bowie and John Lennon considered themselves fans. He also ran as a write-in candidate for Governor of New Jersey in 2009 and 2017. He holds the Guiness World Record for longest time playing a piano.

The Ramones recognized The Uncle Floyd Show in their song "It's Not My Place (In the Nine to Five World)", as well as in various live appearances. Also, Ramones guitarist Johnny Ramone could often be seen wearing an Uncle Floyd Show T-shirt in pictures of the band, while Joey Ramone often wore an Uncle Floyd Show button on his leather jacket.

Vivino died from complications of his 2023 stroke in Hackensack, New Jersey, on January 22, 2026, at the age of 74.