Lufkin, TX — A Lufkin stand-up comedian will perform for a nationwide audience tonight on the "Tonight Show" with Jay Leno.

Producers at the show discovered Tim Banfield, also known as Funny Guy Timmy on his Youtube account, and flew him out to Los Angeles on Monday for the performance, according to his friend Lance Moore.
Banfield’s Youtube account includes videos of his multiple impersonations including former President George W. Bush, John Wayne, singer Aaron Neville and Jay Leno.

It’s been a whirlwind week for the young performer. He said he received the call from the show on Thursday..

You can see more on the story at The Lufkin Daily News Website.

You can also see some of his work here on YouTube.