Lamont Bentley, a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, relocated to Los Angeles with his mother, an aspiring singer, where his innate comedic talent became evident as he consistently brought laughter to his mother's auditions.
This early recognition encouraged him to embark on his own entertainment career, which began with commercials, with his Starburst commercial being particularly notable.
He subsequently accumulated an extensive list of television credits, including co-starring roles in the critically acclaimed "South Central" and "The Client."
Additionally, he starred in the frequently aired public service announcement "Fatherhood," which showcases the responsible choice of a teenage father who chooses to babysit his toddler son instead of participating in his high school football team.
Lamont made his film debut as Crazy K in the motion picture "Tales From the Hood," showcasing his versatility through his frenetic and sadistic portrayal of a gangster trapped in his own psychotic nightmares.
In a dramatic departure from his role as Crazy K, he co-starred as the eternally hungry and happy-go-lucky Hakeem Campbell on the UPN sitcom "Moesha," alongside teen R&B diva Brandy.
Lamont and his partner, Tyson, formed the positive hip-hop duo "Uprise," which had chart-topping potential.
He also hosted eight weeks of THE UPN Movie Trailer, providing commentaries on movies such as Marathon Man and Devlin, further demonstrating his talents beyond acting.
Tragically, Lamont Bentley passed away in a car crash on January 18th, 2005.
