Patrick Renna
Actor
Best known to generations of fans as Hamilton "Ham" Porter in the beloved classic The Sandlot, Patrick Renna is starring in and producing Dugout Dads, a new comedy series which premiered August 26 on his YouTube channel. Dugout Dads reunites Patrick with the members of the original Sandlot cast and also stars Danielle Fishel. Produced through Patrick's production company, Hambino Media, the series marks an exciting new chapter in his career as he continues to expand his work behind the camera while bringing audiences fresh, family-friendly comedy. Just this week, Oh Dip!!! Entertainment came on as executive producers, led by NBA all-star Chris Paul and his brother, CJ Paul (see the Variety announcement HERE).
More than three decades after delivering one of pop culture's most iconic catchphrases ("You're killing me, Smalls!"), Patrick has successfully transformed nostalgia into a thriving modern brand. Across Instagram and TikTok, he has amassed more than 5 million followers, with content regularly generating millions of views and resonating with audiences spanning Millennials, Gen X, and Gen Z alike. Through comedy sketches, family content, sports commentary, and playful callbacks to The Sandlot, Patrick has become one of the most recognizable and engaging legacy stars on social media today.
Beyond acting, Patrick recently added "author" to his resume with the release of A Little Slugger's Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life (Penguin Young Readers), a humorous and heartfelt book inspired by his lifelong love of baseball. He is also the founder of Hambino Athletics, a sportswear brand inspired by The Sandlot, and co-founder of The Hambino Foundation, which supports youth sports organizations in underserved communities across the country.
With Dugout Dads now streaming, a growing slate of projects under Hambino Media, a thriving social media presence, and continued relevance across multiple generations of fans, Patrick is uniquely positioned to discuss entertainment, entrepreneurship, parenting, sports culture, social media, and the enduring legacy of The Sandlot.
