Keenen Ivory Wayans Biography: Wife, Movies, Net Worth, Age, Siblings, Children, TV Shows, Height, Awards, Wikipedia, Instagram

Keenen Ivory Desuma Wayans is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker known for contributing to the entertainment industry.

He comes from a family of entertainers, the Wayans family, and has made a name for himself through his film, television, and comedy work.

Wayans gained recognition as the creator and host of the hit sketch comedy show In Living Color aired from 1990 to 1994 on Fox.

Profile

• Full Name: Keenen Ivory Desuma Wayans
• Stage Name: Keenen Ivory Wayans
• Born: 8 June 1958
• Age: 66 years old
• Birthplace: New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: actor, comedian, and filmmaker
• Height: 1.91m
• Parent: Howell Wayans ,Elvira Alethia
• Siblings: Shawn Wayans, Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Dwayne Wayans, Kim Wayans, Elvira Wayans, Vonnie Wayans, Nadia Wayans, Diedre Wayans.
• Spouse: Daphne Polk ,Brittany Daniel
• Children: Nala Yasmeen Ivory Wayans, Bella Ivory Aziza Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans Jr., Jolie Ivory Imani Wayans, Daphne Ivory Shiva Wayans.
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $65 million

Early Life And Education

Keenen Ivory Wayans was born 8 June 1958 in Harlem, New York, United States, to Howell Wayans and Elvira Alethia.

He grew up with nine siblings: Shawn Wayans, Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Dwayne Wayans, Kim Wayans, Elvira Wayans, Vonnie Wayans, Nadia Wayans, and Diedre Wayans.

Despite having a large family, Keenen attended Seward Park High School and majored in engineering at Alabama’s Tuskegee University.

Career

Keenen Ivory Wayans is a multitalented comedian, actor, writer, and director who rose to fame in the 1980s.

He began his career in stand-up comedy, performing at clubs in New York and Los Angeles.

Wayans needed more opportunities for African American actors and used his talents to create his path in the entertainment industry.

He collaborated with Robert Townsend on the film “Hollywood Shuffle,” which addressed Black actors’ challenges in Hollywood.

Wayans continued to expand his portfolio, writing for “Eddie Murphy Raw” and creating his film, “I’m Gonna Git You Sucka,” in 1988.

He has since become a prominent figure in 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 achieved national prominence in the early 1990s by creating, hosting, and starring in the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “In Living Color” on Fox.

The show, which featured a young ensemble cast including his siblings, garnered an Emmy Award.

Throughout the 90s and beyond, Wayans continued to act, direct, write, and produce various films, often collaborating with his siblings.

Some notable examples include “A Low Down Dirty Shame,” “Most Wanted,” and “White Chicks” (directed by him and co-written with Shawn and Marlon Wayans).

Wayan’s work has impacted the entertainment industry and solidified his position as a talented and versatile artist.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: 1990 – Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Series (as executive producer for In Living Color)
• Nominated: 1991 & 1992 – Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program (for In Living Color)
• Nominated: 1991 – Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program (for In Living Color)
• BET Comedy Awards (won both in 2004)
• Outstanding Directing for a Box Office Movie (White Chicks)
• Outstanding Writing for a Box Office Movie (White Chicks – shared with Shawn Wayans and Marlon Wayans)

Social Media

• Instagram handle:@keenenivorywayans

Personal Life

Keenen Ivory Wayans, 66, is a well-known American actor, comedian, filmmaker, and writer.

He was previously married to Daphne Polk from 2001 to 2005, but they have remained close despite their divorce.

Wayans also had a long-term relationship with actress Brittany Daniel. He is a proud father of five children, named Nala Yasmeen Ivory Wayans, Bella Ivory Aziza Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans Jr., Jolie Ivory Imani Wayans, and Daphne Ivory Shiva Wayans, whom he adores and supports in their endeavours.

Filmography

• Hollywood Shuffle (1987)
• I’m Gonna Git You Sucka (1988)
• A Low Down Dirty Shame (1994)
• Most Wanted (1997)
• Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996)
• The Glimmer Man (1998)
• Scary Movie (2000)
• Scary Movie 2 (2001)
• Dance Flick (2009)
• White Chicks (2004) (screenplay by)
• Little Man (2006) (screenplay by)
• Hill Street Blues (1987)
• A Different World (1987)
• In Living Color (1990–1994) (also creator)
• My Wife and Kids (2003)
• Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013)
• Happily Divorced (2013)
• Scary Movie (2000)
• Scary Movie 2 (2001)
• Little Man (2006)
• A Low Down Dirty Shame (1994)
• Hollywood Shuffle (1987) (co-writer)
• I’m Gonna Git You Sucka (1988)
• A Low Down Dirty Shame (1994)
• Most Wanted (1997)
• White Chicks (2004)
• Dance Flick (2009)
• In Living Color (1990–1994) (also creator)
• The Last O.G.O.G. (T.V.T.V. series)

Net Worth

Keenen Ivory Wayans has had a successful career in the entertainment industry, with 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 allowed him to build a lucrative career and establish himself as a successful figure in the industry.