Marlon Wayans Biography
Marlon Wayans is a multi-talented American Comedian renowned for his versatile career. He’s an actor, screenwriter, and film producer best known for his roles in movies like “White Chicks,” “Littleman,” “Sextuplets,” and the TV series “The Wayans Bros.”
How Old is Marlon Wayans? – Age
Marlon is 51 years old as of 2023, He was born on July 23rd, 1972, in New York City. His zodiac sign is Gemini.
How tall is Marlon Wayans – Height
The talented comedian stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (approximately 1.75 meters).
Marlon Wayans Mother, Father, Siblings – Family
Born in New York City, Marlon is the youngest son of Howell Stouten Wayans, a supermarket manager, and Elvira Alethia Green, a homemaker and social worker. He comes from a large family of ten siblings, including brothers Damon, Keenen Ivory, and Shawn, and sisters Diedre, Nadia, Elvira, Kim, and Vonnie.
Is Marlon Wayans Married? – Wife and Children
Marlon was previously married to Angelica Zachary from 2005 to 2013. Together, they share two children, Shawn Howell Wayans and Amai Zackary Wayans. Notably, his first son was named after his brother Shawn Wayans, and his father Howell Wayans.
Marlon’s Career
Marlon’s journey began with his attendance at the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City, the famous school depicted in the movie “Fame.” Later, he pursued higher education at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
Marlon started his acting career with a role in “I’m Gonna Git You Sucka” in 1988. Notably, he often collaborates with his brother Shawn Wayans in movies like “Scary Movie,” “Scary Movie 2,” and TV series such as “The Wayans Bros.”
He showcased his dramatic talents in Darren Aronofsky’s acclaimed film “Requiem for a Dream.” Marlon has an extensive filmography, including appearances in “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra,” “A Haunted House,” “The Heat,” “A Haunted House 2,” and “Naked.”
Marlon’s involvement in comedy extends beyond acting. He hosted the best comedic short film screening at the 2007 Just For Laughs International Comedy Festival, providing insights into the history of short films. He also co-created ‘What the Funny,’ an online platform for urban comedy. Additionally, he developed the comedy competition TV show “Funniest Wins.”
Marlon Wayans Net Worth
With his successful career in various entertainment fields, Marlon boasts an estimated net worth of $40 million. His achievements stem from acting, screenwriting, comedy, and film production.
Movies and TV shows
- On the Rocks playing a role as Dean
- 2019: Sextuplets playing a role as Alan, Russel, Ethan, Baby Pete, Dawn, Jaspar
- 2017–2018: Marlon playing a role as Marlon Wayne
- 2017: Naked playing a role as Rob Anderson
- 2016: Animals. playing a role as Ry-Ry
- 2016: Fifty Shades of Black playing a role as Christian Black
- 2015: Funniest Wins playing a role as Himself
- 2014: A Haunted House 2 playing a role as Malcolm Johnson
- 2013: A Haunted House playing a role as Malcolm Johnson
- 2013: Second Generation Wayans (TV series) playing a role as Himself
- 2011: Childrens Hospital playing a role as Dr. Black
- 2010: Marmaduke playing a role as Lightning
- 2009: Dance Flick playing a role as Mr Moody
- 2009: G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra playing a role as Rip Cord
- 2007: Norbit playing a role as Buster “Bust-A-Move” Perkin
- 2006: Little Man playing a role as Calvin “Baby-face” Sims
- 2006: Six Degrees playing a role as Homeless Guy
- 2004: The Ladykillers playing a role as Gawain MacSam
- 2004: White Chicks playing a role as Marcus Copeland
- 2001: Scary Movie 2 playing a role as Shorty Meeks
- 2000: Requiem for a Dream playing a role as Tyrone C. Love
- 2000: Scary Movie playing a role as Shorty Meeks