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Damon Wayans

Damon Wayans is a prolific comedian and actor who also produces and writes for his shows. Wayans had a great run through the 1980s; later, his fame grew with time. He had been a regular in shows like “Saturday Night Live” and later became a writer for the hit show on FOX, In Living Color. He also wrote for an animated series, the Waynehead, and the TV series, Damon.

Wayans also wrote for hit films like “Beverly Hills Cop” and “The Last Boy Scout, " which he co-produced. He did the same for the hit sitcom “My Wife and Kids," and he went on to star in the television series “Lethal Weapon."

Rise as Comedy Star and Actor

Wayans grew up in Harlem in New York City. He started his career in stand-up comedy in the early 1980s. Then he started doing minor roles in films and gained prominence. He eventually appeared on Saturday Night Live and, later, in Solid Gold.

After being associated with the sketch comedy series In Living Color for quite some time, Wayans started devoting more time to his movie career. He went on to star in films like Major Payne, Celtic Pride, Blankman, and The Last Boy Scout. His comic timing in the films was much appreciated.

Wayans also produced the animation show Waynehead. He drew the content from his childhood growing up in a large, low-income family as a club-footed boy. Later, he became a New York Times bestselling author with his book, “Bootleg," which he wrote in association with David Asbery. It dealt with humorous situations in families.

Wayans eventually starred in a lead role in Bamboozled by Spike Lee and in the comedy series “My Wife and Kids” for ABC. He also starred in and produced The Underground, the hit sketch comedy series on Showtime. He also hosted the BET Awards.

Wayans also developed a MIMS app with freelancers and a few others. He also appeared in quite a few improvs like “Irvine Improv." Over the years, he has won accolades like the People's Choice Awards. He has been nominated four times for the Golden Satellite Awards.

It would be best to catch Damon Wayans live in action for an unforgettable night of laughter and fun. He is a great performer who loves to improvise on the show. You will be thrilled by how well he lifts his audience's mood with humorous anecdotes from his own life.