Benefit show aims to raise money for, and spirits of, Tampa Bay comedian Steve Miller

There's a good chance you've heard the name Steve Miller. Not the singer, of course, but the Tampa Bay comedian who is a Best of the Bay-winner and a contributor to Creative Loafing Tampa Bay. His name is usually associated with a quick wit and plenty of punchlines.

Unfortunately, this update is no laughing matter.

Miller was diagnosed with stage-two bladder cancer earlier this year. He went through chemotherapy, but it didn't eliminate the cancer, and the remaining options aren't great. He could go through more chemo and radiation and risk a return of the cancer even if it works, or have his bladder removed, which includes a different set of challenges and months of rehabilitation. Both scenarios will be draining both emotionally and financially, and neither comes with guarantees.

Either way, Miller is facing a long road as he fights cancer, and the bills and expenses that come with it. But he won't be fighting alone.
In addition to an ongoing GoFund Me effort, Side Splitters Comedy Club is holding a benefit for Miller at its  Tampa location on Sunday, Nov. 26. The lineup features a number of comedians, including former local J.B. Ball (as part of his national tour), Matt Fernandez, Rahn Hortman, and Johnny B., all of whom are previous Best of the Bay winners and personal friends with Miller.

The goal is to raise both money and spirits by offering laughter and positive vibes for a major local talent. And while Miller isn't up for long sets these days, he told CL he plans to get on stage at some point during the evening as well.

Tickets to the Comedy Fundraiser for Steve Miller at Side Splitter's in Tampa on Sunday, Nov. 26 are still available and start at $20.

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