How old is Michael Wayans?
Michael Wayans is an American actor, writer and comedian. He has appeared in feature films and television programs since the early 1980s, and is well known for his roles in the films Scary Movie, White Chicks, Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Morning and Black Friday. As a stand-up comedian, Wayans has headlined at major venues across the United States.
Childhood
Michael Wayans was born on October 5th, 1961 in Washington D.C. to parents Esther (née Smith) and Nathaniel Wayne Wayans. He has a brother, Keenen Wayans. Michael attended the University of Maryland where he majored in business administration and minored in theater. After college, he moved to New York City and started working as a performer at the legendary Second City improvisational troupe.
In 1988, Michael landed his first major role on TV when he played Mr. Jeffords on ABC’s popular sitcom In Living Color. The show ran for six seasons and helped make Michael a household name. He went on to appear in such films as House Party, White Men Can’t Jump, Black Man Rising, White Chicks, The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard, Soul Men, and Ride Along.
Michael is also an accomplished writer and director with credits that include the films Blue Streak, Scary Movie 3, Let’s Be Cops, Drunk History: Tales From The Barista Counter, Black Jesus: The Son Of God and CollegeHumor Originals: Season 2. He currently stars in the Showtime series White Famous.
Career beginnings
Michael Wayans was born on October 12, 1966 in Philadelphia, PA. He started his career in stand-up comedy, initially appearing on the underground circuit. In 1990, he made his theatrical debut in the play “The Chocolate Factory”. The following year, he appeared in the film “My Brother’s Keeper”. In 1992, he starred in the film “A Low Down Dirty Shame”, which received critical acclaim and earned him a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Performance. In 1993, he appeared in the film “Pulp Fiction”. That same year, he co-created and starred in the sitcom “In Living Color”, which ran for six seasons. In 2002, he appeared in the documentary film “Bamboozled”. He has since starred in films such as “White Chicks” (2004), “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” (2005), “The Family Stone” (2006), and “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” (2012). He has also appeared on television shows such as “The Office”, “Scrubs”, and “Black-ish”.
Acting breakthrough
Michael Wayans is 59 years old. He was born on September 15, 1958 in Cleveland, Ohio. Michael Wayans started his career in the late 1970s as a cast member on “The Wayans Brothers”. He became well-known for his roles in “Real World” and “In Living Color”. In 2002, he starred in the film “Talk to Me”, which was based on his own life. In 2007, he starred in the film “I Think I Love My Wife”. which 2011, he starred in the film “Mike & Dave Need Wedding Dates”.
Personal life
Michael Wayans was born on October 15, 1966 in The Bronx, New York City. He is an American actor, comedian, writer and producer. He started his career in the late eighties as part of the sketch comedy group The Wayans Brothers. In 1991 he starred in the television series “In Living Color” which made him a household name. He has since appeared in a number of successful films including “White Chicks” (2004), “The House Bunny” (2008) and “Don’t Think Twice” (2018).
Retirement
Michael Wayans is 47 years old. He was born on October 25, 1967 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Michael Wayans’ upcoming projects
Michael Wayans is set to take on a slew of upcoming projects. Recently, he was cast in the lead role in the upcoming CBS sitcom “The Michael Wayans Show.” The show will follow the everyday lives of a working-class family in West Virginia. Additionally, Michael is attached to star in the new comedy “White Famous” opposite Lakeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson. The film will follow two successful African-American comedians as they navigate the rap world. Lastly, Michael will also appear in the upcoming film “The Hate U Give” opposite Amandla Stenberg and Regina King.
