Keenan Ivory DeSuma Wayans is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker known for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
He comes from an acting family – the Wayans clan, who have made their name in movies, television and comedy.
Wayans gained recognition for creating and hosting the hit sketch comedy show In Living Color, which aired on Fox from 1990 to 1994.
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- Full name: Keenan Ivory DeSoma Wayans
- Stage name: Keenen Ivory Wayans
- Date of Birth: June 8, 1958
- Age: 66
- Birthplace: New York, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor, comedian, and filmmaker
- Height: 1.91 m
- Parents: Howell Wayans, Elvira Alessia
- Siblings: Shawn Wayans, Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Dwayne Wayans, Kim Wayans, Elvira Wayans, Vonnie Wayans, Nadia Wayans, Deidre Wayans.
- Spouse: Daphne Polk, Brittany Daniel
- Children: Nala Yasmin Ivory Wayans, Bella Ivory Aziza Wayans, Keenan Ivory Wayans Jr., Julie Ivory Imani Wayans, Daphne Ivory Shiva Wayans.
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: $65 million
Early life and education
Keenen Ivory Wayans was born on June 8, 1958 in Harlem, New York, USA. His father is Howell Wayans and his mother is Elvira Alessia.
He grew up with nine siblings: Shawn Wayans, Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Dwayne Wayans, Kim Wayans, Elvira Wayans, Vonnie Wayans, Nadia Wayans, and Deidre Wayans.
Despite having a large family, Keenan attended Seward Park High School and majored in engineering at Tuskegee University in Alabama.
Profession
Keenen Ivory Wayans is a multi-talented comedian, actor, writer and director who rose to fame in the 1980s.
He began his career doing stand-up comedy, performing in clubs in New York and Los Angeles.
Wayans needs to provide more opportunities for African American actors and use his talent to carve out his own path in the entertainment industry.
He worked with Robert Townsend on the film “Hollywood Chaos” explores the challenges black actors face in Hollywood.
Wayans continues to expand his creative range, creatingddie murphy” and create his film, “I’m going to arrest you” 1988.
He has become a towering figure in the world of comedy and filmmaking, inspiring and paving the way for future generations of black entertainers.
Keenen Ivory Wayans has had a successful career in the entertainment industry.
He rose to fame in the early 1990s by creating, hosting and starring in the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Vivid Colors” On Fox.
The series, starring a ensemble of young actors including his siblings, won an Emmy Award.
Throughout the ’90s and beyond, Wayans continued to act, direct, write, and produce a variety of films, often collaborating with his siblings.
Some notable examples include “A Vile Shame, Most Wanted and “White Chicks” (which he directed and co-wrote with Shawn and Marlon Wayans).
Vajan’s work has made an impact on the entertainment industry and has solidified his status as a talented and versatile artist.
Awards and nominations
- Won: 1990 – Outstanding Variety, Musical or Comedy Series (as executive producer of In Living Color)
- Nominated: 1991 and 1992 – Outstanding Writing for a Variety or Music Program (In Living Color)
- Nominated: 1991 – Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program (In Living Color)
- BET Comedy Awards (won two awards in 2004)
- Best Box Office Film Director (White Chicks)
- Outstanding Box Office Screenplay (White Chicks – shared with Shawn Wayans and Marlon Wayans)
Social Media
- Instagram account: @keenenivorywayans
Personal life
Keenan Ivory Wayans, 66, is a famous American actor, comedian, filmmaker, and author.
He was previously married to Daphne Polk from 2001 to 2005, but despite their divorce, they still maintain a close relationship.
Wayans also had a long-term relationship with actress Brittany Daniel. He is the father of five children, Nora Yasmine Ivory Wayans, Bella Ivory Aziza Wayans, Keenan Ivory II, Julie Ivory Imani Wayans and Daphne Ivory Shiva Wayans, whom he loves very much and supports their careers.
Filmography
- Hollywood Brawl (1987)
- I’m Going to Get You (1988)
- A Vile Shame (1994)
- Most Wanted (1997)
- Don’t Be a Threat to South Central While Drinking Juice on the Block (1996)
- Flashman(1998)
- Scary Movie (2000)
- Scary Movies 2 (2001)
- Dance Movie (2009)
- White Chicks (2004) (screenplay)
- Little People(2006) (screenwriter)
- Hill Street Blues (1987)
- Another World (1987)
- In Color (1990–1994) (also creator)
- My Wife and Children (2003)
- Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013)
- Happy Divorce (2013)
- Scary Movie (2000)
- Scary Movies 2 (2001)
- Little People(2006)
- A Vile Shame (1994)
- Hollywood Brawl (1987) (co-writer)
- I’m Going to Get You (1988)
- A Vile Shame (1994)
- Most Wanted (1997)
- White Chicks (2004)
- Dance Movie (2009)
- In Color (1990–1994) (also creator)
- The Last OGOG (TV Series)
net worth
Keenen Ivory Wayans has a successful career in the entertainment industry and has a net worth of $65 million.
He has earned this wealth primarily through his work as a film and television comedian, actor, writer, and director.
His talent and hard work have enabled him to build a lucrative career and become a successful figure in the industry.
