Biography
Tracy Jamal Morgan, born November 10, 1968 in The Bronx, New York, is a famous American comedian and actor known for his distinctive humor and great personality.
He achieved widespread fame for his role as Tracy Jordan on the NBC sitcom 30 stones, the performance earned him an Emmy nomination. Morgan began her performing career on the stand-up stage in New York before joining the cast Saturday night live (SNL) from 1996 to 2003, where he created memorable characters like “Astronaut Jones.”
Besides 30 stones, Morgan has appeared in many films, including The longest yard, The police are out, and popular animated films Rio And Rio 2, where he voiced beloved characters.
In 2014, Morgan survived a life-threatening car accident that required a lengthy recovery, but he made a triumphant return to comedy with HBO specials and continued to take on roles in television and film, solidifying his reputation as a resilient and talented entertainer.
American comedian and actor
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| Real name: | Tracy Jamal Morgan |
| Stage name: | Tracy Morgan |
| Born: | November 10, 1968 (56 years old) |
| Place of birth: | The Bronx, New York, USA |
| Nationality: | American |
| Education: | DeWitt Clinton High School |
| Height: | 1.74 m |
| Parents: | Alicia’s manager, Jimmy Morgan Sr. |
| Siblings: | Asia Morgan, Charles Morgan, Jimmy Morgan Jr., Larry Morgan, Terry Morgan |
| Couple: | Megan Wollover (m. 2015), Sabina Morgan (m. 1987–2009) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Tanishaa Mukerji (2008) |
| Children: | Gitrid Morgan, Malcolm Morgan, Tracy Morgan Jr., Maven Sonae Morgan |
| Job: | Actor • Comedian |
| Net worth: | 70 million USD (USD) |
Early Life & Education
Tracy Morgan was born on November 10, 1968 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, United States. He is African American and was raised Baptist.
Tracy’s mother, Alicia Warden, was a homemaker, while his father, Jimmy Morgan Sr., was largely absent throughout his childhood. He has four older brothers: Jimmy Morgan Jr., Larry Morgan, Terry Morgan, and Charles Morgan, and a younger sister named Asia Morgan.
His brother Jimmy was killed in 1987, which affected him deeply. Morgan attended DeWitt Clinton High School but dropped out of school in ninth grade, then earned his GED.
Career
Tracy Morgan’s career spans comedy, television and film, defined by his unique humor and charismatic presence. He began performing in New York City comedy clubs in the late 1980s, where his raw comedy style and personality quickly gained attention.
In 1996, he joined Saturday night live (SNL), known for playing iconic characters like “Astronaut Jones” and Brian Fellow during his tenure until 2003.
Morgan’s next big success came as Tracy Jordan on the NBC sitcom 30 stones (2006–2013), for which he received an Emmy nomination. His film career includes notable performances in The longest yard, The police are out, And Death at a funeral, as well as voice roles in animated films Rio And Rio 2.
After surviving a life-threatening car accident in 2014, Morgan made an inspiring comeback, sharing his journey in a 2017 HBO stand-up special. Still alive. He continued to build his career with roles in shows such as The ultimate OG, which he co-created, and Neighborhood.
In addition, he also presides Tracy Morgan Show on SiriusXM, further solidifying his position as a versatile and resilient entertainer.
Social Media
- Wikipedia: Tracy Morgan
- Instagram: Tracy Morgan (@tracymorgan)
- IMDb: Tracy Morgan
- Twitter: Tracy Morgan (@TracyMorgan) / X
Personal life
Tracy Morgan married her high school sweetheart, Sabina Morgan, in 1987. They were together for 23 years before divorcing in 2009, although they separated for about eight years before the divorce was finalized. divorce.
In 2015, Morgan married Megan Wollover, whom he had dated since 2011. The couple announced their engagement on the Emmys red carpet in 2011. However, their marriage ended in 2020 after nearly five years together. each other.
From his marriage to Sabina, Morgan has three sons: Gitrid Morgan (born 1986), Malcolm Morgan (born 1988), and Tracy Morgan Jr. (born in 1992). With Megan Wollover, he has a daughter named Maven Sonae Morgan, born in 2013.
After separating from Sabina, Morgan is known to have dated many women, including Tanishaa Mukerji (2008).
Net worth
Tracy Morgan’s net worth is estimated to be around $70 million. This number reflects his successful career in both stand-up comedy and acting, highlighted by his long run in “Saturday night live,” his Emmy-nominated role in “30 stones,” and appeared many times in the film.
His wealth also comes from comedy specials and book sales from his memoir “I’m the new black,” and significant real estate investments, including a luxury mansion in Alpine, New Jersey.
Morgan’s net worth was further boosted by an undisclosed settlement following a 2014 accident involving a Walmart truck, which also led to a recovery period but did not prevent his professional endeavors.
Cinema
Stand-up comedy special
- “One Mic” (2012) – Netflix
- “Tracy Morgan: Bona Fide” (2014) – Comedy Central
- “Survive” (2017) – Netflix
Movie
- “The thin line between love and hate” (1996) – as Bartender
- “Half-baked” (1998) – VJ role
- “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” (2001) – as Pumpkin Escobar
- “Head of State” (2003) – role of Meat Man
- “The Longest Yard” (2005) – role of Mrs. Tucker
- “Little Man” (2006) – role of Percy
- “First Sunday” (2008) – as LeeJohn
- “Superhero movie” (2008) – role of Professor Xavier
- “G-Force” (2009) – as Blaster (voice)
- “Death at a funeral” (2010) – role of Norman
- “Cop Out” (2010) – as Paul Hodges
- “Nobody’s Son” (2011) – as Vincent Carter
- “Rio” (2011) – as Luiz (voice)
- “Why Stop Now” (2012) – as Sprinkles
- “The Boxtrolls” (2014) – as Mr. Gristle (voice)
- “Rio 2” (2014) – as Luiz (voice)
- “Accidental Accident” (2015) – role of Keyshawn
- “The Clapper” (2017) – as Chris
- “What Men Want” (2019) – as Joe ‘Dolla’ Barry
- “Coming 2 America” (2021) – role of Reem
TV show
- “Saturday Night Live” (1996-2003) – Many characters
- “30 Rock” (2006-2013) – as Tracy Jordan
- “The Tracy Morgan Show” (2003-2004) – as Tracy Mitchell
- “The Simpsons” (2011) – as Himself (voice)
- “The Last OG” (2018-2021) – as Tray Barker, also Co-Creator
- “The Neighborhood” (2020) – as Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
- “That Damn Michael Che” (2021) – many sketches
Other notable works:
- Book:
- “I am the new black” (2009) – Memoir
- Voice work in video games:
- “Grand Theft Auto IV” (2008) – as a pedestrian
Radio
- “Tracy Morgan Show” (2017-2019) – SiriusXM
