Shawn Wayans

Shawn Wayans

54 · Born: Jan 19, 1971

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJan 19, 1971 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Elvira Alethia Green
  • Howell Stouten Wayans
Relatives
  • Dwayne Wayans (Sibling)
  • Keenen Ivory Wayans (Sibling)
  • Damon Wayans (Sibling)
  • Kim Wayans (Sibling)
  • Nadia Wayans (Sibling)
  • Michael Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Cara Mia Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Marlon Wayans (Sibling)
  • Damien Dante Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Damon Wayans Jr. (Niece or Nephew)
  • Kyla Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Nala Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Craig Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Kai Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Chaunte Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Elvira Wayans (Sibling)
  • Shawn Howell Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Gregg Wayans (Niece or Nephew)
  • Diedra Wayans (Sibling)
  • Devonne Wayans (Sibling)

Biography

Shawn Mathis Wayans is a multifaceted American entertainer who has made a significant impact in the world of comedy, television, and film. As a talented actor, comedian, writer, and producer, he has had the opportunity to showcase his skills in a variety of projects.

One of his most notable endeavors was co-creating and starring in the popular sitcom "The Wayans Bros." alongside his brother Marlon Wayans, which aired on The WB from 1995 to 1999. This show not only showcased his comedic talents but also allowed him to work closely with his brother, with whom he has a long-standing creative partnership.

In addition to his work on television, Shawn has also made a name for himself in the world of film. He co-wrote and starred in several comedy films, including "Don't Be a Menace" in 1996, "Scary Movie" in 2000, "Scary Movie 2" in 2001, "White Chicks" in 2004, "Little Man" in 2006, and "Dance Flick" in 2009. These films have not only demonstrated his ability to write and star in successful comedies but also showcased his versatility as a performer.

Shawn's career in entertainment began early, with a debut appearance on the popular sketch comedy show "In Living Color" from 1990 to 1993. This experience not only helped him hone his skills as a comedian but also provided him with a platform to showcase his talents to a wider audience.

Throughout his career, Shawn has worked with a variety of talented individuals and has been involved in a range of projects that have showcased his unique blend of humor, creativity, and talent. His dedication to his craft and his ability to adapt to different roles and projects have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Career

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2009
Dance Flick
Dance Flick as Baby Daddy
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2006
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Little Man
Little Man as Darryl
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2004
White Chicks
White Chicks as Kevin Copeland
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2001
Scary Movie 2
Scary Movie 2 as Ray Wilkins
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2000
Scary Movie
Scary Movie as Ray Wilkins
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1999
New Blood
New Blood as Valentine
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1996
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1995
The Wayans Bros.
The Wayans Bros. as Shawn Williams
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1992
{"id":806,"title":"MacGyver","year":1991,"character":"Robo","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/macgyver-1985","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/64tsjdv5ggd0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/64tsjdv5ggd0.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
MacGyver
MacGyver as Robo
{"id":3075,"title":"I'm Gonna Git You Sucka","year":"1988","character":"Pedestrian","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/im-gonna-git-you-sucka","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2oqtd8lsp510.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2oqtd8lsp510.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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2012
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2009
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1990
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2013
Scary Movie V
Scary Movie V as Characters
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2009
Dance Flick
Dance Flick as Writer
{"id":541,"title":"Little Man","year":"2006","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/little-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/233ku0n88pt0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/233ku0n88pt0.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
Little Man
Little Man as Screenplay
{"id":2577,"title":"Scary Movie 4","year":"2006","job":"Characters","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/scary-movie-4","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3frjlloh3fe0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3frjlloh3fe0.jpg"},"released":1}
Scary Movie 4
Scary Movie 4 as Characters
{"id":542,"title":"White Chicks","year":"2004","job":"Story, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/white-chicks","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2f094qkab58g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2f094qkab58g.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
White Chicks
White Chicks as Story, Screenplay
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2003
Scary Movie 3
Scary Movie 3 as Characters
{"id":3129,"title":"Scary Movie 2","year":"2001","job":"Screenplay, Characters","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/scary-movie-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/787dk8l60ss0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/787dk8l60ss0.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Scary Movie 2
Scary Movie 2 as Screenplay, Characters
{"id":2244,"title":"Scary Movie","year":"2000","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/scary-movie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4bngjalqnoe0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4bngjalqnoe0.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Scary Movie
Scary Movie as Screenplay
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1996
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2006
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1995