Tom Franek, musical comedian and rising star entertainer onboard Regal Princess has received the annual Princess Cruises award "2018 Entertainer of the Year." 

Four entertainers out of the hundreds of talented performers made it to the finalist including — comedians, magicians, vocalists, tribute bands and novelty performers —entertaining guests on Princess cruise ships each year. The four finalists performed on one stage aboard Regal Princess on the March 25 seven-day cruise to the Caribbean. The finalists were determined by the Princess Cruises entertainment department based on guest surveys and onboard audience response. Along with Franek, the finalists included vocalists The Modern Gentlemen, comedian Jo Little, and illusionist Michael Barron. Franek was announced as the winner on the final night of the cruise and presented a $5,000 cash prize at a celebratory event in Princess' signature venue, The Piazza.

"Congratulations to Tom Franek Princess Cruises 2018 Entertainer of the Year,'" said Denise Saviss, Princess Cruises vice president of entertainment experience. "Guests were entertained by the energy and excitement of the performers this year - it was surely a difficult choice to select a favorite."

Tom Franek is a piano celebrity & rising star entertainer. He has appeared on ABC, Disney, CBS & several other entertainment outlets. His brand spans the globe with over 50 million viewers & 170 thousand followers.