TULSA, Okla. (Sept. 30, 2026) — Actor, stand-up comedian, podcaster and entrepreneur Desi Banks is bringing his “Your Favorite Cousin Tour” to Hard Rock Live inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa on Dec. 27 at 8 p.m.

Banks has made a name for himself with his viral comedy, storytelling and high-energy performances. He is currently touring nationwide with his “Your Favorite Cousin Tour” following a sold-out 50-city headline run that drew nearly 52,000 ticket sales.

The Atlanta native has shared the stage with comedy favorites, including Mike Epps, DeRay Davis, Kountry Wayne, Gary Owen, Lavell Crawford and Martin Lawrence. His work has also earned recognition from Kevin Hart, who has called Banks a “next great” talent.

Banks has built a digital audience of more than 19 million followers across social media and has produced more than 3,500 original videos. Through his company, Desi Banks Productions, he develops original comedy and works with emerging creators.

His entertainment career also includes acting roles in “One of Them Days,” “Little, Haunted Trail,” “Love by Chance” and “La Vie Magnifique de Charlie.” He is also set to appear in the upcoming action-comedy “Boyz Trip” and is developing a sitcom project with BET Studios inspired by his stand-up comedy.

In addition to his work in entertainment, Banks has partnered with brands such as Meta, Apple, Beats by Dre, PrizePicks, Casamigos, Red Bull and DoorDash. He also appeared in a Hartbeat-produced Super Bowl commercial for DraftKings.

Tickets start at $39.50 and go on sale Oct. 2.

With more than 2,300 electronic games, signature restaurants and nationally acclaimed live entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s unrivaled leader for world-class gaming and hospitality. Located on I-44 east of the Tulsa metro, Hard Rock has been owned and operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment since 1993. Its reputation is backed by national and regional recognition, earning 24 wins in CasinoPlayer Magazine’s 2025 “Best of Gaming Awards” and a record 18 wins in Tulsa World’s 2025 “Best in the World” awards. Information on upcoming shows at Hard Rock Live, Track 5., Riff’s and Amp Bar is available online at zivirox.com or by calling (918) 384-ROCK 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To explore upcoming events, resort amenities or special offers, connect with us on Facebook, X and Instagram. More information about Status+ Rewards is available at www.statusplusrewards.com.

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Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino & Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.

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